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Recent snow in Chicago shouldn’t damage trees and plants, but there are some cold-weather tips you should know

February 13, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"Will the recent heavy snow damage my garden plants?" — Vanessa Goodman, Lake Forest It's been a relatively easy winter so far, with the January snowstorms being the first significant...

Improper pruning can be fatal to trees. Here’s how to do it right.

February 7, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"Can my tree be saved?" — Paul Grimes, Aurora The photo indicates that the cause of the damage to your tree was from an improper pruning cut. The top of...

How to keep fresh-cut flowers alive longer in winter

January 30, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"I have had challenges getting cut flowers to last in my home and desperately need some color to get through the rest of winter. Are there some steps I can...

Black fungus gnats buzzing around your houseplants? Grab a potato to check for larvae

January 23, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"I have been seeing some black insects flying around my houseplants and am worried about the health of my plants. What should I do?" — Javier Montoya, Chicago I think...

Whiteflies are a common pest for houseplants. Here’s how to treat an infestation.

January 16, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"I noticed some white flies hanging around my houseplants yesterday and was wondering if these are a problem?" — Eva Rodriguez, Chicago Your description indicates an infestation of whiteflies, which...

New to growing houseplants? Here’s what you need to know about soil — and soil-less growing mediums

January 10, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

"I would like to start growing some houseplants and would like some advice on the type of soil to use for the best results." — Albert Jefferson, Chicago Like gardening...

The best snow removal products for winter weather in Chicago

January 4, 2021 at 10:50 a.m.

"I just moved to the suburbs from a city apartment and will have to remove snow from a driveway and sidewalks. How do most people deal with the inevitable snow...

Mealybugs can put houseplants in a sticky situation — here’s how to get rid of them

December 28, 2020 at 9:48 a.m.

"I started having problems with mealybugs on some of my houseplants and would like some advice on how to get rid of them." — Alfredo Patino, Highwood Mealybugs feed on...

Paperwhites are great winter flowers, but picking the right bulbs is vital to their success

December 20, 2020 at 5:00 a.m.

"I would like to grow some paperwhites for winter interest this year and need some tips on how to be successful." — Jerome Baker, Chicago Paperwhites are normally easy to...

These flowering plants are perfect for gifts that spread holiday cheer

December 12, 2020 at 5:00 a.m.

"I would like to give flowering plants as gifts to friends and buy a few to cheer up my home and would like some advice on how best to proceed."...

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