Chicago Botanic Garden

I planted three climbing hydrangeas (Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris) grown in a No. 3 container on a fence surrounding our back patio three or four years ago. A beautiful old...

There is a small plant with shiny green leaves and yellow flowers that seems to be taking over sections of my garden, and is even growing in the lawn. It...

I have decided to start mowing my lawn this year and would like some advice on how to pick a good mower for my needs. I have an average size,...

My gardening friend told me I should divide some of my perennials, and I have time now that I am quarantined at home. I have not done this work before...

I am looking for an easy-to-grow houseplant to add some color inside my home — is there a plant that I can find locally that will work for this? –...

My neighbor had his lawn power raked this spring. Should I have my lawn power raked? – Bob Jefferson, Barrington I prefer using core aeration as an annual cultural practice...

I am in desperate need of some color in my garden as we all stay home or quarantine. I need to be cheered up! What can I do at this...

I am planning to do some much-needed pruning in my garden. There are some overgrown yews near my deck that I would like to aggressively prune to reduce their size....

I want to try growing rhododendrons this year, but my friends have discouraged me, saying that they are too difficult to grow in the Chicago area. Can you suggest some...

I am planning an addition on my house this spring and was wondering what needs to be done to protect my garden beds and shade trees. – Jerry Johnson, Morton...