… At the end of fall, it is easy for people to think that nature has shut down for the winter—this could not be farther from the truth. This thought is particularly true of … manner of crawly things on the woodland floor. Although most of the vegetation does go dormant for the winter, there is still a myriad of life to be found, even though it might be more …
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… February is such an exciting month for gardeners—time for the first seeds to get started indoors, and time for our Seed Swap! As you pull out your collection of seed packs, envelopes, and labeled jars, …
Type: Plant Info
… should allow some of the seedlings to survive in order to keep this plant in their gardens for seasons to come. Herbal Powers Traditionally used to treat a range of infections and … stimulant" properties. Native Americans of the Great Plains held Echinacea in high regard. For more than 400 years they used it as a cure for infections and wounds, and even prescribed it for snakebites, stings, toothaches, and the …
Type: Plant Info
… The cultivar 'Sir John Thouron' is valued for its showy, pale yellow flowers that form a ball-shaped umbrella well above its dark-green … a thick, fleshy stalk. It was only eight years ago that White Flower Farms offered 36 plants for $950 each; all were sold out to a movie star, a fashion designer, and several collectors. … a mature plant develops a symmetrical, fan-shaped silhouette that provides a perfect foil for its masses of trumpet-shaped flowers. Native to damp woodlands in southern Africa, the plant …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… well as conifers with eye-catching shapes (the globe-shaped center of Little Gem arborvitae, for example) and textures (such as the weeping branches on Miss Grace dawn redwood). The Dwarf … well as conifers with eye-catching shapes (the globe-shaped center of Little Gem arborvitae, for example) and textures (such as the weeping branches on Miss Grace dawn redwood). The Dwarf …
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… Start with the Basics A common and sometimes costly expense for many homeowners is lawn care. No matter whether you maintain your lawn yourself or hire a service, this is a good time to examine the best practices for growing healthy turfgrass. Don't invest more money than is necessary to have an attractive … soil, sun, and moisture requirements. A commercial soil test can be a cost-effective tool for understanding your soil and knowing what amendments it needs — or doesn't need — to support …
Type: Plant Info
… A senior horticulturist shares his colorful secrets Smart gardeners are always on the lookout for great container plans. Senior horticulturist Tom Soulsby put together a sunny, happy mix that would work for many a porch pot or deck display. Why did he choose these particular plants? Soulsby shares … is taller than 12 inches, and most are in the 3- to 6-inch range. Keep heights low, but allow for a range—from creeping near the ground to a foot in height. Tip 2: Scale matters. Flowers are …
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… May on record at Chicago O’Hare (9.51 inches) and Midway (7.65 inches) airport stations. For three consecutive years now, the O’Hare station has broken total precipitation records for the month of May. A 1-inch rainfall on an acre produces about 27,000 gallons of water and it … and suburbs continue to develop and build structures and roads, there is less permeable space for water to enter the ground and, as a result, there is more flooding in many areas. Allowing …
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… Description: This elusive, medium-sized shorebird is known for its distinctive courtship flights at dusk in early May. It can be seen on the ground in wet …
Type: Birding
… Crab grass control can be spread on lawns in early to mid-April before weeds germinate. For severe problems, a second application might be necessary in early June. …
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