Posts by mvega
Christmas Tree Trends
Each and every year our Alsip Elves aim to amaze with our annual display of themed Christmas Trees. While many are new takes on old traditions, we excitedly discover how…
Read MoreSpring Pop: Caring for Spring-Flowering Bulbs
If you’re looking forward to a spring full of pops of color, then it might be time to brush up on your spring bulb care! Taking good care of your spring-blooming bulbs will reward you with beautiful blooms for Easter and beyond.
Read MoreFamily Gardening: Give Kids a Budding Interest in Plants
Kids love playing in the dirt, but it’s even better when they’re helping in the garden. With these fun tips, you can get your kids interested in gardening.
Read MoreWinter Wake Up
Get solutions to all your garden problems by tackling issues head-on during the early spring. Read our guide for having your best gardening season yet.
Read MoreHow Do You Garden in the Shade?
If you’re gardening in the shade, there’s no shortage of options for creating a beautiful space full of colorful blooms and vibrant foliage! Here’s how to start.
Read More8 Tips to Boost Your Curb Appeal
Transform your front yard into the most impressive part of your landscape. Here are some easy tips to boost your curb appeal and impress your neighbors!
Read MoreGrowing Tomatoes: A Complete Guide for Beginners
Make 2022 your year for growing the best tomatoes ever! Here’s how to cultivate the biggest, tastiest, healthiest tomato harvest to put on the dinner table.
Read MoreNative Plants and Flowers of the Midwest to Start from Seed
The easiest and most cost-effective way to start a big garden in the Midwest is to scatter the seeds of native plants that occur naturally in Illinois and Indiana.
Read MoreThe What, Why & How of Plant Propagation
Plant propagation is one of the easiest and most inexpensive ways to grow your plant collection.
Read MoreBirdwatch: How to Identify and Attract These Common Backyard Birds
Learn to identify these common birds of the Midwest and attract them to your backyard!
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