Articles filed under Home & Garden
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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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Nine outdoor tech upgrades for 2017Jul 01, 2017 6:00 am - Take your summer to the next level with these high-tech gadgets
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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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Transform your closet into a wine cellar, office or libraryJun 25, 2017 6:01 am - Closet ... the word has many connotations and meanings, but generally it refers to a small room or enclosed area adjacent to a larger inhabitable space. Enclosure is a k...
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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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How to pick the perfect shade for your homeJun 25, 2017 6:00 am - Choosing a color scheme for a room redesign can be daunting. You may see a color combination you love on Houzz or Pinterest but worry that you won't be able to pull it o...
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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 ...