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Fresh-cut Christmas Tree Care

How to care for your Christmas tree The holidays are in full swing! Thanksgiving has come and gone, we've all had our fair...

How to select the perfect fresh-cut Christmas tree How do you find the right Christmas tree for your family? Here are some...

Artificial vs Fresh-cut Christmas Trees Everyone is always wondering, should I have an artificial or fresh-cut Christmas...

Boxwoods suffer from extreme Chicagoland winter temperatures. To help prevent and minimize winter burn on your boxwoods and...

One of a Kind Holiday Decorating! Decorating for the holidays is always a challenge. What makes it even more difficult is...

Chicago winters can be tough on roses. Some roses are quite hardy in our area, such as knock out types, drift types, and...

Where do you start? Raking leaves from trees and shrubs You can use your leaves for composting in an area to add more...

Can I plant trees and shrubs in the fall in Chicago? Yes! Fall is a great time to plant in the Chicagoland area. The cooler...

What is happening to my Magnolia? Magnolia Scale! Are you starting to notice white spots all over your Magnolia? Are you...

When should I plant my mums? The best time to plant your mums is August or early September. If you can get your mums in the...