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Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners plant sale supports wildflower sanctuary, local projects

By Penny McDowell, Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners
Apr 30, 2025 1:03 pm - The Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners are hosting their annual plant sale on Saturday, May 10, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Batavia. Plants include natives, perennials, shrubs, and trees, sourced from members' gardens.
Algonquin Garden Club’s annual plant sale returns May 10

Submitted by Laurie Pasturczak
Apr 29, 2025 11:40 pm - The Algonquin Garden Club’s annual plant sale will be Saturday, May 10. There will be plants from members gardens as well as hanging baskets
Tidy up, test your soil and watch for disease

By Tim Johnson
Apr 29, 2025 8:47 pm - Running behind on spring garden cleanup? You're not alone! Cut back perennials carefully and consider testing your soil. Watch for winter burn and Volutella blight. With smart moves now, your garden will thrive all season.
Naperville’s Cress Creek Garden Club honors scholarship winners

Submitted by Sally Johnson
Apr 29, 2025 5:11 pm - Cress Creek Garden Club will honor scholarships winners majoring in forestry, landscape design, botany, and horticulture at June 13 luncheon.
Elmhurst church to host Green Garden Fair

By Don Haraf, First Congregational Church of Elmhurst
Apr 29, 2025 3:22 pm - First Congregational Church hosts its annual Green Garden Fair on May 10, featuring organic plant sale, garden exhibits, tool sharpening, and sustainability organizations.
Inspector misses problem with exhaust flue

By Barry Stone
Apr 29, 2025 5:29 am - A buyer had to spend $600 to extend a water heater exhaust flue through the roof, as required by code, instead of through a window. Can the home inspector who failed to note this problem two years ago be made to pay for this repair?
How to make sure your house Is healthy

By Diana Melichar
Apr 25, 2025 10:22 am - We do a lot to maintain our physical health. But did you know that your home also needs a checkup from time to time to stay healthy? Here are some things to consider to keep your house — and you — healthy.
Branches of history: Celebrate Arbor Day with a timeline of historic trees in the U.S.

By Mark Spreyer, Stillman Nature Center
Apr 23, 2025 11:40 am - Prior to Earth Day showing up on the April calendar, Arbor Day was, and still is, celebrated on the fourth Friday in April. Trees, especially oaks, played a role in our country’s history long before they got a day of their own.
Buyer suspicious of team approach

By Barry Stone
Apr 22, 2025 2:43 pm - My agent recommended a pair of home inspectors who work together as a team. At first, this seemed like a good idea. But another inspector I talked to argued against having a two-person inspection.
Some tidying up and preventive tips for spring

By Tim Johnson
Apr 22, 2025 1:29 pm - Tidying up the garden bed edges will make it easier to mow your lawn. Core aerating your lawn makes the grass healthier. What other tips for spring will beautify your landscape?

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