Before we list common landscape weeds in Chicagoland (and Northern Illinois), we should define what a weed actually is. The description might not be what you’d expect: What is a weed? A weed is defined as any plant that is growing where it is not wanted. The...
Decorating with pumpkins is an easy way to bring autumn style to your garden. Although they’re most often used for jack-o-lanterns, pumpkins can stand alone with their amazing range of shapes and colors. They’re a symbol of nostalgia, bringing the harvest-time spirit...
It’s easy to forget about planting fall bulbs. With the fall harvest at hand, who is thinking about planting and springtime? Yet our forgetting of fall bulbs is precisely what makes them so precious. Every year, just as the final days of winter make us give up on...
Autumn presents us with a glorious show of color and joy in both flower and foliar form. Discover trending fall decor and planting ideas that show off the season’s unique beauty. We have so much to recommend to set you on the fast track to a beautiful autumn...
Fall plants offer a unique ability to increase the seasonal aesthetic and overall atmosphere of our gardens. At this time of year, the temperatures are starting to cool down and it can be much more comfortable to get outside. Autumn projects like changing up our...
Lawns are such a common sight that it’s easy to forget they’re made of plants. Like all the other plants in your garden, grass benefits from extra care as it prepares to rest over the winter. Here are some ways to wind down the mowing season while setting up your lawn...
