Mum’s The Word
Mum’s the word – Chrysanthemum that is. Because it’s no secret at all where to find Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland Area’s biggest, most beautiful selection of garden mums. How It All BeganWorld Famous Garden MumsWe Do Things A Little Bit Differently Alsip Home & Nursery is the biggest and best Independently owned Garden Center in…
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Grassless Gardening: How to Make the Most of Your Landscape
01The Basics of Grassless Landscaping02Grassless Yard Ideas: Low-Maintenance Grass Alternatives03Grassless Backyard Design Ideas Grassless gardening is a new landscaping movement that has been picking up speed lately, for a variety of reasons. There’s a seemingly endless list of grass alternatives for your lawn that are creative, functional, eco-friendly, and beautiful. With all the time you…
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Grooming Tips
01Bathing Your Dog02Choosing The Right Brush03Nail Trims04Ear Care Nothing quite puts the pep in your step like a fresh haircut or a mani and pedi! And our pets benefit from a little spa treatment just as much as we do. Regular haircuts and nail trims are more than just a feel good luxury for our…
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Master the Art of Irrigation & Drought-Tolerant Plants
01Irrigation Techniques and Tips02Automatic Irrigation Systems03Gardening and Irrigation with Drought-Tolerant Plants04The Best Drought-Tolerant Plants If getting out in the garden daily and watering plants by hand doesn’t exactly jive with your schedule, there’s a solution that won’t use up all your spare time: gardening with irrigation systems and drought-tolerant plants. By installing an automatic irrigation…
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Outdoor Kitchens
01 Preparation 02 Kitchen Requirements 03 Get Started! Outdoor kitchens are all the rage. Whether you just want to spend more time with your family, or you’re trying to boost the value of your home, they are a great way to enhance your outdoor experience. Thinking of adding one to your home, but not sure…
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Your Guide to Ornamental Grasses
01Ornamental Grasses: Planting and Care Guide02Ornamental Grasses and Landscape Design03Native Ornamental Grasses04Exotic Ornamental Grasses for the Landscape Ornamental grasses can add so much visual interest to a landscape, without being too showy and competing with your flowers. We particularly love tall grasses that flutter in the wind, adding some movement and a little drama to…
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Weed Control
01Preventative Methods of Weed Control02Solutions for Lawn Weed Control Many of us love gardening because of the meditative quality is has— toiling around in the sunshine and fresh air is a total breeze. But, there’s still that one part of gardening that isn’t always met with cheers of enthusiasm: weeding. Crawling around the yard and…
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How to Care for Orchids
About Orchids Best Light Conditions for Orchids Best Orchid Pots Best Temperature & Humidity for Orchids How to Water Orchids How to Fertilize Orchids Orchids offer your home interiors a certain unmatched elegance hard to replicate with other houseplants. However some plant keepers shy away from owning these refined beauties in fear that they may…
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Summer Safety
01How To Prevent Dehydration02Stay Cool While Having Fun03Tip Top Health04Flea & Tick Prevention Summer has finally arrived in Chicagoland and we can’t wait to indulge in some fun in the sun with our furry friends! When we feel the heat, it is easy to remember what to do to keep ourselves safe under the sun.…
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Summer Lawn Problem Prevention
01Weeds: The Most Common Summer Lawn Problems02Lawn Problems from Overwatering03Lawn Problems from Underwatering04Lawn Care When Pests Invade05Canine Lawn Damage06Summer Lawn Diseases A well-manicured lawn completes the overall look of your landscape. No matter how gorgeous your garden is, if it’s surrounded by a patchy, uneven bed of grass, it really spoils the scenery. Lawns see…
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