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...
Black History Month gives us a chance to reflect on people whose lives and work broaden our understanding of nature, culture, and belonging. One such person is Dr. J. Drew Lanham, a wildlife ecologist, poet, storyteller, and beloved voice in conservation whose work, scientific, literary,...
This Black History Month, Barn Owl is celebrating Solomon Brown, a true Renaissance man whose love of learning, nature, and birds helped shape American natural history. Born in Washington, D.C. in 1829, Solomon Brown began working at the Smithsonian Institution as a young teenager. At a...
Born in Cincinnati in 1867, Charles Henry Turner came into this world right after the Civil War. He began his studies to become a scientist at a challenging time. Much of the racial equality momentum following the Civil War had unfortunately disappeared and African Americans...
If you’ve caught a flash of iridescent green zipping past your garden or heard the soft buzz of tiny wings, you’re not imagining things—hummingbird season is here in Carol Stream! From late spring through early fall, Ruby-throated Hummingbirds make their annual appearance in our area, darting...
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...
Did you know you can turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into black gold for your garden? Composting is not only easy but also a fantastic way to reduce waste and nourish your plants naturally. Here's a step-by-step guide to creating your own compost at...
The twinkling lights, the festive ornaments, and the fragrant pine scent—all integral parts of the holiday season center around a beloved tradition: the Christmas tree. At Barn Owl Garden Center, we're not just passionate about plants; we're enchanted by the rich history behind the iconic...
But with the climate crisis on the top of everyone's minds, there are many questions about which types of trees are environmentally friendly, real or fake? The short answer is: REAL TREES! Turns out the fresh grown option is best for more than one reason:ENVIRONMENTAL...
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