The Winter wait is almost over and it’s just about time to get some fresh soil under our fingernails again. If you’re in the Carol Stream/Wheaton area like us, the first few weeks of March are a powerful test of our gardening patience as we...
Japanese beetles typically emerge in late June through mid‑July in our area. Adults skeletonize leaves overnight, while their grubs destroy lawn roots, leading to brown patches and spongy turf. Step 1: Prevent Grubs in Your Lawn Apply Beneficial Nematodes : These microscopic worms hunt grub larvae in...
Tips from Barn Owl Garden Center, Carol Stream, IL As summer approaches and the Midwest heat settles in, it’s time to make sure your garden is set up for success. Whether you’ve just planted new perennials, are tending to this year’s veggies, or are simply soaking...
As the temperatures drop and winter approaches, many homeowners in Illinois begin to pack up their gardening tools, assuming that lawn care can wait until spring. However, reseeding and fertilizing your lawn before the snow arrives can set the stage for a lush, healthy yard...
As the scorching summer days begin to fade and a crispness fills the air, it's not just sweater weather you're preparing for—it's also prime time for taking care of your lawn, shrubs, and perennials. If you're in Illinois, now is the moment to give your...
Shrubs for every season In this blog series Don’t Snub the Shrub, our expert gardeners will provide a variety of tips on ways to incorporate shrubs into your space. Unlike perennials, for the most part, shrubs tend to offer more throughout the seasons so gardeners, go ahead...
How to Plan a Shrub Space | Part 1 of 4 Shrubs are often overlooked by gardeners. They may already be in place when we start planning our gardens, or they may be so well-established that we don't think about them as design elements. As a...
How to Plan a Shrub Space | Part 2 of 4 In this blog series Don’t Snub the Shrub, our expert gardeners will provide a variety of tips on ways to incorporate shrubs into your space, in this post we’ll share some inspiration for planning your...
Small Shrubs Can Have a Big Impact In this blog series Don’t Snub the Shrub, our expert gardeners will provide a variety of tips on ways to incorporate shrubs into your space. When people think of shrubs, they often imagine large, imposing plants. However, there are many...
With the arrival of summer in the greater Chicago area, it's time to unleash your green thumb and transform your outdoor space into a vibrant oasis. However, our area’s unique climate and conditions require specific strategies to ensure gardening success. Here are some invaluable tips...
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