Articles filed under Gardening
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How tree services can protect your propertyJan 13, 2019 10:00 am - Cold weather can take its toll on a property, especially in regions of the world where winters are harsh. Most parts of the landscape are vulnerable to damage from winte...
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Time to check your seed stash and plan spring orderJan 13, 2019 5:00 am - It is a good idea to check on the seeds you have saved and stored from last year's garden. Discard anything that is damp, diseased or moldy, and then determine what you ...
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How to maintain your koi pond in winterJan 13, 2019 5:00 am - Q. We put in a garden pond this last fall. Do we need to do anything special for the fish in it during the winter? A. If you have Japanese koi, or other goldfish, a few ...
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Herbs can satisfy your gardening needs in winterJan 06, 2019 5:00 am - Though the outdoor gardening season may be over, except for pruning and monitoring for animal damage, you can still garden inside by trying to grow herbs. Sow seeds of p...
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Microgreens can be grown on a windowsillJan 06, 2019 5:00 am - Q. I would love to grow something green during the winter months. What can I do to meet my gardening needs? A. If you're pining for something green to grow, boy, have I ...
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Now's a good time to savor the subtle beauty of trees' barksJan 06, 2019 5:00 am - Autumn's fiery-colored leaves have fallen, so now let's look for more subtle beauty in trees and shrubs. Like a developing photographic image, the textures and colors of...
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Extension educator offers tips on keeping herbs all winterJan 03, 2019 10:00 pm - While winter can give gardeners a nice break from their usual garden maintenance, they undoubtedly miss the ability to harvest and enjoy the fresh garden bounty. "Grow ...
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College of DuPage horticulture alumna selected as 2019 Rose Parade float judgeJan 01, 2019 10:00 pm - Kimberly Oldis developed her floral design skills at College of DuPage, launching a career that would lead her to serve as a judge in the 130th Rose Parade in Pasadena, ...
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'Hummelo' is named Perennial Plant of the YearJan 01, 2019 12:00 am - The Perennial Plant Association has selected Stachys “Hummelo”as the 2019 Perennial Plant of the Year. Sometimes called betony, this well-behaved perennial offers a neat...
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After removing decorations, prepare your tree for the birdsDec 30, 2018 5:00 am - After Christmas, your live cut tree can be moved outside and be redecorated for the birds. Anchor the tree in a bucket full of damp sand. Add strings of popcorn and cran...