Articles filed under Gardening
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Swallowtails are attracted to specific plantsAug 21, 2016 7:01 am - Q. Which plants do swallowtail butterflies require? A. Strikingly beautiful in coloration, with distinct tails on their hindwings, swallowtail butterflies are easily att...
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Not all perennials are created equalAug 21, 2016 7:00 am - We have all heard about the importance of foliage in the perennial border. The saying goes, “Flowers are fleeting, but foliage is forever.” So we heed the advice and cho...
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Recent transplants still require frequent wateringAug 21, 2016 7:00 am - Even though there has been some heavy rain in areas of Chicago, it is a good idea to continue to monitor and provide supplemental water to plants installed over the last...
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Advice for gardeners of all skill levels: Err on the side of errorsAug 18, 2016 6:00 am - When you are a beginning gardener, a lot of what you learn is by trial and error. And when you have been gardening for many years, the exact same thing is true. First, l...
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Repeat winners in Des Plaines Curb Appeal contestAug 18, 2016 1:00 am - Michael Fedirko and Sam Cook's Des Plaines home has such great curb appeal, they're repeat winners in an annual citywide home improvement competition. The residents of 1...
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New varieties of hydrangeas come to marketAug 14, 2016 6:00 am - The world of hydrangeas is expanding by leaps and bounds. Just when we think plant breeders have exhausted the possibilities, another new variety is introduced. How can ...
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Keep flowering baskets healthy with supplemental fertilizerAug 13, 2016 11:00 pm - If the plants growing in your containers or baskets are looking stunted or have leaves that are yellowing, then they may need supplemental fertilizer. The frequent water...
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How a stolen bicycle and social media spurred neighbors to action in West DundeeAug 11, 2016 11:00 pm - For many years, Michelene “Myke” Kustief, 66, had enjoyed decorating a vintage bicycle outside her West Dundee home with inspirational signs like, “The smile you send re...
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Master Gardeners to host final Idea Garden tour of season Aug. 16Aug 09, 2016 11:00 pm - Skip the apps and websites, and come see inspirational garden ideas in person at the popular Kane County Master Gardener Idea Garden in St. Charles. The Master Gardeners...
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Select perennials that beat the heatAug 07, 2016 7:00 am - The excessive heat we've experienced lately has some perennials showing signs of stress. Choosing summer-blooming perennials that, once established, not only tolerate he...