Articles filed under Gardening
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MCC, Master Gardeners to hold annual garden walk in McHenry CountyMay 26, 2026 11:17 am - Garden Walk 2026 will be presented by the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners and McHenry County College on Saturday, July 11.
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Lombard Garden Club celebrates 100 years as grand marshal of Lilac ParadeMay 22, 2026 4:14 pm - The Lombard Garden Club celebrated its 100th anniversary by participating in the annual Lilac Parade on May 17, where they were honored as grand marshal. Founded in 1926, the club is renowned for its annual Lilac Sale and educational programs on horticulture and conservation, welcoming both members and the public to join their learning community.
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Every spring, 13M wildflowers give this preserve a jolt of natural beautyMay 19, 2026 5:04 pm - The G. Richard Thompson Wildlife Management Area in Virginia, about 62 miles west of Washington, includes one of the largest great white trillium stands in the world - about 13 million across two square miles of woods.
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How to mulch your garden beds without harming plantsMay 19, 2026 3:59 pm - When you look at your garden beds and borders, do you see any bare soil? If so, mulch is in order.
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Why drainage is crucial to outdoor spacesMay 19, 2026 3:30 pm - Drainage is an essential consideration when planning outdoor living areas. Homeowners should use slope, drains and even vegetation to mitigate water issues on a property.
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Container gardening success: Proper drainage and plant care techniquesMay 19, 2026 10:44 am - If you are unable to quickly install the new containerized plants you purchased, it’s easier to keep them watered if you hold them in the shade before planting.
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Wheaton Garden Club awards philanthropy and scholarship grantsMay 15, 2026 11:57 pm - The Wheaton Garden Club announced its 2026 philanthropy recipients and scholarship winners, providing financial support to three environmental organizations and four students.
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Water Street Naperville to host Spring Plant Sale to benefit We Grow Dreams nonprofitMay 13, 2026 9:33 am - Water Street in downtown Naperville will host a plant sale featuring spring hanging baskets, containers, some flats and mixed pots and garden decor from We Grow Dreams, a West Chicago nonprofit nursery that provides job training and employment to differently abled young adults who have graduated from high school transition programs.
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Microgardening means getting a surprisingly big harvest from a windowsill or balcony gardenMay 12, 2026 12:50 pm - Short on space? Consider microgardening. You can get a surprisingly high yield from a small space, even a windowsill or balcony, if you plant it right.
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Why you should test soil, locate utilities before spring garden workMay 12, 2026 10:55 am - Working the typical heavy clay Chicago soil when it is too wet can have a negative impact on its structure and result in rock-hard clumps of soil and a crust.