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Designing a small backyard can present unique challenges. However, the beauty, functionality, and sustainability of any small outdoor space can be maximized through creative and thoughtful use of plants and […]

Chicagoans, get ready for an extraordinary entomological event that last happened over 200 years ago: The emergence of the 13- and 17-year broods of periodical cicadas starting in May 2024. […]

If you’ve visited Chicago’s beautiful Lurie Garden in the spring, you’ve experienced it: The breathtaking bulbs! The vibrant colors and intricate designs showcase the transformative power of bulbs in the […]

The long, cold winters of the Chicagoland area can bring aching desires for the warmer temperatures and sunshine. The window of seasonal ornamental plant growth isn’t incredibly long, with the […]

As deciduous trees shed their foliage they may appear bare and dormant, but there is a hidden process at play – the decomposition of leaves. This natural phenomenon not only […]

If you’re less than overjoyed with your home’s outdoor space, here’s a concept that may help you begin to envision a new possibility for it: genus loci. It translates to […]