Gardening
Home gardening, landscaping tips, and how-tos for your lawn and garden.
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6 Common Gardening Mistakes to Avoid
Avoid some common mistakes we gardeners make that result in a lot of extra work.
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Calculating Plants: Use Math to Plan and Grow Your Garden
Dig up those arithmetic skills to help plan a successful garden.
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Fruit Trees: Which Varieties Grow Well in Illinois?
If you're a home gardener who is interested in fruit trees, make sure you pick a species that...
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Chicago Neighborhood Gardens Grow Veggies, Community Spirit
More than 600 community gardens across Chicago have sprouted green space in urban areas to grow fresh produce...
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Protect Your Plants From Frost
Most of the spring plants in your yard and garden require protection when overnight frost is predicted. Here...
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Farm Facts: Evergreens
This winter, swap out your artificial tree for an evergreen variety.
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Rosemary, a Versatile Winter Herb
Rosemary, a perennial evergreen shrub, can easily be grown in a home or garage during the winter months....
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Mulch or Cover Outdoor Plants This Winter
When the temperature drops, don't forget to take care of your outdoor plants so they will be healthy...
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The Seasons of a Gardener
During the span of our gardening careers, what piques our interest is constantly evolving. Where are you on...
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Protecting Your Perennials
Caring for your perennials in the cool weather months is key in ensuring healthy buds in the spring....
