Articles filed under Gardening
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A look at ‘Live More, Want Less: 52 Ways to Find Order in Your Life’Jul 12, 2012 1:00 am - Every year, millions of people vow to get organized. And every year, millions fail. Author Mary Carlomagno decided to tackle this predicament in her new book, “Live More...
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Mt. Prospect forestry department says it’s time to water treesJul 11, 2012 3:48 pm - The lack of precipitation combined with very high temperatures has seriously stressed many landscape plants, especially recent plantings, according to Mount Prospect For...
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In banning leaf blowers, a small victory against noiseJul 11, 2012 1:00 am - Arlington, Mass., has joined in the fight against noise and air pollution by banning the use of leaf blowers between May 15 and Oct. 15. This gives languid homeowners an...
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St. Charles garden walk features five locationsJul 10, 2012 8:10 am - How are area gardening enthusiasts keeping things growing during hot, dry weather? Visitors will have a chance to tour gardens and ask questions Saturday, July 14, when...
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Bull Valley gardens open for a rare peek by visitors for one dayJul 08, 2012 6:00 am - If you believe that Bull Valley is a magical place, you will want to visit its garden walk Saturday, July 14. After all, the garden club opens its lovely estates only on...
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Can you help me identify this object I bought at a garage sale?Jul 07, 2012 7:22 am - Q. Please help me identify this object. It is gold-plated and about 6 inches long. I purchased it at a garage sale. The grandson was disposing of his grandmother’s belon...
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Basement project perfect for sports-loving familyJul 07, 2012 5:00 am - Elana and David have three twenty-something kids with very different needs. Their eldest, Laurence, is in a wheelchair, and he needs space and special consideration when...
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Monitor garden's water needs in hot, dry weatherJul 06, 2012 5:00 am - If hot and dry weather persists, monitor your garden's water needs. How much you should water will depend on a variety of factors such as the soil, types of plants, weat...
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Fresh Giving Garden concept sprouts all over ItascaJul 05, 2012 1:00 am - Drive around the village of Itasca and you are sure to see green garden stakes rising out of container plants in front of homes and businesses. A closer look reveals the...
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How to invite more birds into your gardenJul 02, 2012 6:00 am - Birds bring color, song, motion and beauty into the garden. Many have a voracious appetite or insect pests, too. When designing a new garden, choose plants that welcome ...