Is it too late to plant trees this year?
There is still time to plant deciduous trees and shrubs, though you will find mixed opinions on whether planting this late in November is advisable.
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Water will protect your evergreens
Evergreens that were planted recently should not go into winter under stress from being too dry.
My horse chestnut tree is in trouble
It appears that your tree is suffering from a common fungal disease called horse chestnut leaf blotch.
Deterring deer in your garden prevents damage
I moved to Highland Park this summer and have seen deer wandering the neighborhood. Are there any steps I need to take this fall to protect my garden? — Andrew...
Can I mow over the leaves that have already started falling in my garden?
Can I mow over the leaves that have already started falling in my garden? I’d prefer to leave them on the lawn rather than raking. — Terence Coleman, Grayslake I...
Use a high-quality bird seed in your feeder
The hostas under my bird feeder have been decimated. Is there another plant that I can use under the feeder? — Rebecca Gunderson, Elk Grove We have bird feeders at...
Wait for winter to remove dead trees
You may be able to secure better pricing if the work is done in the winter.
Leave the hornet’s nest in your garden alone
Hornets are beneficial insects that are good for your garden.
Branch-littered lawns have an easy fix
I have some significant specimen oak trees in my front yard, and I have been finding the lawn littered with the ends of branches. What is causing this? — Allison...
Which trees should be rescued after storm damage?
The first thing to do after a significant storm is to carefully look for broken or damaged branches hanging in the crown of the tree.