… Q. What should I do to prepare my gardening tools for winter storage? A. After raking the last leaf and tossing the final faded flower into the … plant debris using a wire brush and water. Once they are totally dry, they should be inspected for damage, loose connections, and missing fasteners, and repaired or replaced as necessary. … Cutting tools, including knives, pruners, saws, and shears, need to be cleaned, inspected for damage, lubricated, adjusted, and sharpened according to the manufacturers’ instructions. …
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… Are you looking for an easy way to help the planet? Consider composting your food waste. Composting with worms, … into small pieces; do not include citrus peels, onions, garlic, or hot peppers Directions Place half of the shredded paper and cardboard into the bucket of water and allow it to soak for 10 minutes. While the paper is soaking, place a 1-inch layer of dry paper bedding on the bottom of the container. This will provide air …
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… Planting for the Future in a Changing Climate Presented by Bartlett Tree Experts and the Chicago Botanic … integration of native species and native landscapes, and sustainable storm-water management best practices. She has led small-scale ecological restoration and scenic corridor planning projects, served as a senior project manager, and been responsible for construction oversight. Beckjord serves on the Chicago Wilderness Corporate Council, where …
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… Paul Stamets lecture is filled Mushrooms for People and Planet: Ancient Allies for Modern Maladies that is scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 2015, 10 a.m. – noon in the Alsdorf Auditorium has filled. A very limited …
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… Q. What is the recommended fertilizer for a small aquatic tub garden? A. A balanced formula of 10-10-10 should satisfy the needs of the …
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… other aquatic plants. I would like to add some fish. Any suggestions? A. When considering fish for a new water habitat, even a contained one in your own backyard, avoid introducing any that … (These fish also will graze heavily on many of your aquatic plants!) Minnows are recommended for pond use, as are some of the native fish, such as bluegills. To create movement as well as a …
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… Q. What variety of lavender is the best for planting in our area? I'm especially interested in an intensely fragrant variety. A. Although … lavender flowers contain a very high concentration of the aromatic oil glands responsible for lavender's fabulous fragrance. You might try any one of the following cultivars: 'Munstead' …
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… Q: What should we consider when choosing shrubs for our home landscape A: The saying “right plant…right place” is essential to keep in mind when selecting shrubs. Many shrub problems can be traced back … to high demand and supply disruptions arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. Key considerations for shrub selection fall into three categories: Aesthetic considerations relate to the appearance …
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… The end of the growing season is often a bittersweet experience for gardeners. It signals the end of months of work—but also marks the end of the splendid time … plants that can be left standing, since even in their dormancy, they offer surprising delights for the discriminating eye. The condition, stature, and overall appearance of plants in the … preferred environments, can turn out to be the unexpected treasures of the winter garden. Blue For gardeners partial to blue plants, there are two selections of ornamental grasses that hold …
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… Come For the Flowers, Stay For the Birds …
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