Articles filed under Gardening
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Catch tree show at Morton ArboretumDec 24, 2010 10:00 pm - Catch tree show at Morton Arboretum
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Could X's insensitivity make him an ex, too?Dec 24, 2010 10:00 pm - Q. So, X and Y meet and marry midlife. X has one child who lives with his ex-wife who is, if not independently wealthy, at least very comfortable (trust fund, etc.)....
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Poppies can be grown from seed in FebruaryDec 24, 2010 10:00 pm - WASHINGTON — In northern gardens, poppies are the languid wildlings of summer, the stuff of picnics in the meadow and memorable afternoons. They can be tricked into a gr...
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Bolder is better, local designers sayDec 23, 2010 10:00 pm - It's fun trying to predict what decor trends we'll fall in love with in 2011. Money for decorating is tight for many of us, and something's really got to grab us before ...
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Treasures: Age of porcelain candy dish is deceivingDec 16, 2010 10:00 pm - Q. I have an old candy dish that belonged to my mother, who passed away in 1992. My grandfather was born in 1863, and my mother in 1913. I am sending you several pho...
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Couple makes spacious log cabin cozy for the holidaysDec 16, 2010 10:00 pm - Some of Judy Daggett's casual acquaintances wonder why, at 68, she doesn't retire from decorating her log cabin in Morris to the hilt for the holidays. The yuletide ador...
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'Edible Landscaping' Pioneer eschews grass for vegetablesDec 09, 2010 10:00 pm - LOS ALTOS, Calif.-- The yard needs work. You think: I'll stick in some azaleas and re-seed the lawn. Rosalind Creasy is here to put you straight. Forget the lawn; think ...
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Put down the spray paint; it lessens value of statueDec 09, 2010 10:00 pm - Q. This statue of a bronze paperboy has been in my family for at least 65 years. Years ago, my mother spray-painted it with copper-colored paint. The sculptor of t...
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Holiday tree display at Morton ArboretumDec 09, 2010 10:00 pm - Expos, shows, festivals • Christmas Craft Fair, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18: Forty artisans and crafters from the area will display their works. Admission is f...
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Give the gift of knowledgeDec 09, 2010 10:00 pm - Books make perfect gifts. They're easy to wrap, transport and mail, and most importantly they fit almost everyone on your list. Homeownersactually anyone who wants to ma...