… lawns. Now is the time for spring lawn maintenance. The main purpose of spring lawn care is to get the turf through the summer months. Cool-season grasses such as Kentucky bluegrass, … in a full-sun area, a blend of Kentucky bluegrass and turf-type perennial rye grass works best. For a full-shade area, a fine-leaf fescue works best. If your area is a mixture of part … are some very important features to consider when you travel to your local garden center to buy your fertilizer. Knowing the square footage of lawn that you have on your property will …
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… Skies, a lightly sparkling, floral-citrus blend that tastes like sunshine in a glass. Perfect for tea lovers and curious sippers. Joe & LaShanda Lewis, owners, The Irie Cup ITW Kitchen 3, …
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… flower? A. These are all hardy bulbs in the Midwest and are normally planted outside in fall to bloom in early spring. This normal cycle of growth is disturbed when they are forced to bloom indoors in winter. Although many people discard them after they bloom, some gardeners … they might bloom again outside in their gardens. Keep the plants in bright light and continue to water as needed. Apply a very dilute 5-10-5 fertilizer twice a month. Allow the foliage and …
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… Q. I would like to grow the beautiful butterfly bush that attracts so many varieties of butterflies at this time … the garden when they are all hovering around the colorful panicles of flowers. It is an easy-to-grow shrub that requires well-drained soil and full sun. While the height can vary, it usually … luck overwintering butterfly bushes by mulching them heavily in winter; others let them die to the ground and start anew each spring. Because they flower on new wood, thorough pruning is …
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… The January issue of National Geographic features articles on two topics dear to me: American’s national parks (I just planned a Grand Canyon/Arches trip for June!), and the power of nature to improve mental health. The latter article cites scientific … seed catalogues or gardening books , and plan your summer garden . If you take a vacation, visit the local botanic garden . Dream of the tropics at the Orchid Show at the Chicago …
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… epsom salts in the soil around his rose bushes instead of fertilizer. Is there any advantage to this? A. Epsom salts have a long tradition of being used in the garden, especially in Europe, before commercial fertilizers became readily available. They are a fast-acting source for magnesium and sulfur. For soils on the alkaline side, the added sulfur is a benefit. Epsom salts, however, do not …
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… I have many varieties of Narcissus in my garden and some are not blooming as well as they used to. What can I do to help? A. There are several reasons why flowering bulbs will produce foliage but few flowers: Need for division: As with many perennials, the center of a clump of daffodil bulbs may lose vigor and …
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… garden that includes flowers, colorful or variegated leaves, and interesting plant parts to bring indoors and display throughout the year — even during those nasty Chicago winters! The best cutting gardens are well integrated into existing landscapes and designed to bring enjoyment for all seasons. First things first To establish a cutting garden, first take an inventory of …
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… The iconic Antarctic environment has captured the imagination of scientists for many years. Until a few decades ago, that frontier mostly remained inaccessible to women because of the challenges many women continue to face in participating in STEMM (science, technology, engineering, math, and medicine) careers. …
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… on seeds from your snow-covered feeder. Indeed, one of the main reasons humans feed birds is to experience nature's beauty right outside their door. Feeding the birds can be as simple as … you and the birds happy: Though birds are intelligent enough not to rely on only your feeders for sustenance, it's a good idea to keep the feeders filled as much as you can until middle to … birds can't. Common Backyard Birds and their Food Preferences Here's a list of birds that will visit your yard, and their preferred foods. American goldfinch — Bright gold with dark wings in …
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