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Best Christmas Tree for Small Spaces / Apartments

There’s something about having a Christmas tree that signals the season has fully arrived. Even a small one can change the...

The holiday season has a way of transforming a space. A fresh garland draped across the mantel. A wreath on the front door...

As the season turns to winter, neighborhoods across Chicagoland start to change. Lawns rest, the sky begins to pale, and...

There’s something about the moment a Christmas tree goes up in a home that signals the beginning of the holiday season. But...

What Makes Native Plants a Smart Choice? Native plants are perfectly adapted to Chicagoland’s Zone 5 climate, meaning they...

What Is a Common Pawpaw Tree? The Common Pawpaw (Asimina triloba) is a native North American fruit tree known for...

Why Pollinator Gardens Matter Pollinators, like bees, butterflies, moths, beetles, hummingbirds, and more, play a vital...

When it comes to adding romance, drama, and vertical beauty to a garden, climbing roses are a timeless choice. With their...

Common Milkweed in Chicagoland: A Zone 5 Native Plant for Pollinators If you’re gardening in Zones 4-9, especially in the...

Learn more about perennials vs. annuals. Discover which is best for your garden.