Articles filed under Gardening
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Junior Master Gardener Program to be offered July 13Jul 02, 2017 11:00 pm - Join the Junior Master Gardener Program at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 13, at Algonquin Area Public Library's Harnish Main Library, 2600 Harnish Drive in Algonquin. Children ...
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Deadhead hybrid roses to promote new flowersJul 02, 2017 6:00 am - Deadhead hybrid roses as soon as the flowers fade. Many shrub roses are self-cleaning and don't require deadheading. When in doubt, lightly prune old blossoms to keep th...
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Why the shade garden is so underratedJul 02, 2017 6:00 am - Shade gathers from year to year in the garden like the wrinkles on your face, growing more pronounced with time. Small bushes develop into large shrubs, young patio tree...
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Eight gardens featured in Crystal Lake, Lake in the HillsJun 29, 2017 11:00 pm - Explore meticulously kept gardens of bungalows, nestled in the Crystal Lake Public Library neighborhood, view an Oriental garden that highlights a koi pond and other gar...
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U of I Extension hosts two free gardening webinars in JulyJun 28, 2017 11:00 pm - Learn more about lawn care and backyard fruit production - all from the comfort of your own computer and at no cost - with the University of Illinois Extension "Four Sea...
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Bring the family for 'Messin' Around in the Dirt Day'Jun 28, 2017 11:00 pm - Children can get to know nature and learn through playing at two more "Messin' Around in the Dirt Day" kid events in Aurora. Join University of Illinois Extension Maste...
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How 'Project New Leaf' is unfolding at Cantigny Park in WheatonJun 28, 2017 1:00 am - One of the best ways to enjoy Cantigny Park in Wheaton is a quiet stroll around a pond so pristine the water reflects the colorful landscape. What's left of that calmin...
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Tricks to harboring hibiscus inside and outJun 25, 2017 6:01 am - Q. What is the difference between a tropical and a hardy hibiscus? A. If you meander garden centers in our area, you are bound to come across a variety of hibiscus. It's...
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Best to prune bushes in JuneJun 25, 2017 6:00 am - June is a good month to shear your hedges. Prune formal hedges slightly wider at their base than at the top. This ensures that the sides of the hedge will receive equal ...
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Control weeds with corn gluten mealJun 18, 2017 6:01 am - Q. A neighbor down the street said he is going to use corn gluten meal on his garden to control weeds this year. What is it and is it safe to use in a vegetable garden? ...