Glencoe’s Frank Lloyd Wright cottage, past home to racist lawyer and suffragette, may open to public
Glencoe's Frank Lloyd Wright cottage, past home to a racist owner and a suffragette, is...
Home and Garden
Clarendon Hills Farmers Market preparing to open season Thursday
The Clarendon Hills Farmers Market returns Thursday and continues from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m....
Daylilies can be difficult to eradicate. Here’s how.
The daylily is considered invasive in the Chicago area and is very difficult to eradicate...
Let plant label guide you at garden center
Before you fall for a gorgeous blooming perennial at the garden center or a hot-deal...
Volutella blight disease can be destructive
Volutella blight begins as small, brown to tan spots on plant leaves that often go...
Prune lilacs soon after boom
Hardy and resilient, a lilac can live for many decades, and if it is not...
Ridge Historic District marks 50 year milestone with new banners, exhibition
The Ridge Historic District, known for its many historic homes, is celebrating its 50th anniversary...
Bed edges in garden can be reshaped with a garden hose
A pliable garden hose works well to mark new bed edges.
Plant with care for a healthy tree for Arbor Day
As we celebrate Arbor Day on the last Friday in April, here are some tips...
Historical Society House Walk focuses on five River Forest homes and their fascinating backstories
The Historical Society of Oak Park and River Forest will offer an opportunity to visit...