Make a note: Stationery is booming as we seek out more analog experiences
Stationerycore, as many call the culture, is having its moment, with devotees flocking to events...
Home and Garden
Creeping vines can be harmful to your tree
Whether a vine growing up a tree is harmful or not will depend on the...
Gift plants are iffy in the garden
Gift plants are designed to be enjoyed, then discarded.
Christmas cactus can flower time and again if cared for
Christmas cactus does well with average home conditions and moderate care.
Regular pruning keeps color coming in dogwoods
For the best chance of color, certain shrubs need regular pruning, garden experts say.
Lady palm can perform well in your living room
The lady palm is a small fan palm that can perform well indoors due to...
Choose your holiday poinsettia carefully
Poinsettias are traditional Christmas plants that will last throughout the holiday season and beyond, as...
Good tools make good gifts
There’s no better gift for a gardener than a good, high-quality pair of pruners.
Give thanks for all that trees give us
When we list the things we have to be thankful for -- family, friends, home,...
Consider Tillandsia for unique plant gift
Tillandsia are relatively inexpensive, adaptable plants that tolerate a wide range of environmental conditions.
Protect oaks and elms by pruning only in winter
Trees should only be pruned during winter, when insects that could spread dangerous diseases aren't...
Where should I plant my tropical hibiscus this winter?
Tropical hibiscus likes hot weather and provides vibrant flowers in summer, but it will not...
White pine needle loss no cause for worry
The sandy loam soil often found in Evanston gardens is great for growing white pines.