Articles filed under Home & Garden
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The bathroom's an ideal place for many houseplants. Some are even happy in the showerDec 22, 2023 6:00 am - The term bathroom décor often conjures thoughts of decorative shelving, a framed print or perhaps a colorful shower curtain. But what about houseplants? Most houseplants...
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Houseplants less active in winter but still need attentionDec 19, 2023 11:01 pm - During the winter, most houseplants are not in an active growth phase — due to short day lengths, reduced humidity and lower temperatures — unless you are growing them in...
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Camellias don’t deserve their reputation as garden divasDec 19, 2023 9:19 am - Camellias, known as “the queens of the winter flowers,” have for some reason been saddled with an unfair reputation as being difficult. Yes, they are susceptible to fung...
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Home and Garden CalendarDec 19, 2023 12:41 am - Send events for this calendar to homes@dailyherald.com with “calendar listing” in the subject line. Deadline is two weeks prior to the event. Jan. 4 Housepl...
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Poinsettia will thrive with proper careDec 13, 2023 9:40 am - It is a good idea to either remove decorative foil from the bottom of gift plant pots or punch holes in the foil to allow water to drain properly. Standing water and mois...
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How to pick a Christmas treeDec 10, 2023 10:00 pm - When choosing a Christmas tree, select one with firm needles that don't drop off when the tree is raised up a few inches and dropped to the ground. A small needle drop i...
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NARI of Greater Chicagoland announces officers and board of directors for 2024Dec 07, 2023 10:00 pm - Following its annual meeting, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) of Greater Chicagoland chapter announces its 2024 officers and board of director...
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Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners host holiday potluck Dec. 19Dec 06, 2023 10:00 pm - The Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners will hold annual holiday potluck and White Elephant gift exchange on Tuesday, Dec. 19. They will be discussing the club's future, voting...
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How to keep your live Christmas tree fresh through the new yearDec 04, 2023 4:00 am - Christmas tree season is in full swing, and local sellers and arborists are reminding shoppers how best to choose and care for a live tree to keep it fresh through Decem...
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Winterize by sharpening tools, mounding rosesDec 02, 2023 5:00 am - Sharpen and clean your garden tools before putting them away for the season. Sharpen spades with an electric hand grinder and put the bevel on the inside edge of the spa...