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Save the bulbs: How to protect tulips, crocuses and other fall plantings from squirrels and chipmunks

November 13, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"I had trouble with squirrels and chipmunks digging up my tulip and crocus bulbs last fall. Tulips and crocuses are a couple of my favorite spring flowers, and I am...

Roses failing to bloom? Here are 4 possible reasons why

November 6, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"Many of my roses, such as David Austin, are blooming less after August but growing lush without any buds. What is the reason for these blind shoots?" Benjamin Anderson, Winnetka...

Goutweed proving persistent? Here’s how to eradicate the pesky weed

October 31, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"I read an article you wrote about goutweed. I am in the process of eradicating it from a church garden and have a question I cannot seem to find an...

October is ideal for fall weed control in your lawn. Here are some tips.

October 23, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"I had a very busy spring and summer, and weeds like dandelions in the lawn got away from me. Can I still spray them and get results? I have lots...

Here are easy-to-grow plants for beds near driveways, streets

October 10, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"I have a raised circular bed in my driveway that needs to be planted with something that is easy to grow with low-maintenance requirements. This area has light shade and...

Powdery mildew is a fungal disease common on peonies, other plants. Here’s what to do about it.

October 2, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"The leaves of my peonies are covered with what appears to be a white mold, with some of the leaves even turning brown already. What is this problem, and will...

Stressed, browning plants and trees could be suffering from lack of water during dry summer

September 26, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"Some of my trees and shrubs have leaves that are turning brown and dropping, so I have been doing extra cleanup recently. It seems like fall is coming early. Some...

New sod turning brown? Check watering habits during hot, dry end of summer

September 18, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"I recently had some new sod installed and see that some of the areas are browning out. I have been watering the sod. Can you help me determine what has...

American pokeweed: The strange, tall perennial weed with berries birds love

September 11, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"We did not plant it, but a good size, exotic wild plant is growing in our yard. We would like to know the name of the plant and whether it...

Watering new hydrangeas requires extra attention during stressful summer weather for gardens

September 5, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"My new hydrangeas have been suffering, and some appear to be mostly dead. I have been watering a couple times a week with a sprinkler, so I am wondering what...

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