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A Cardinal in an Elmhurst backyard.
By Ron Capek

Features

Bird Man
This Aurora science teacher transformed his new subdivision lot into a sanctuary for both wildlife and humans. By Carolyn Ulrich

Good Housekeeping
It’s small and it’s suburban. A lovely little garden in Deerfield. By Carolyn Ulrich

Keeping the View
Good design by Garden Consultants, Inc. preserves a year-round view while
maintaining privacy. By Michelle Bryne Walsh

Columns

Gardening 101
Bedtime for Roses

The Indoor Garden
Organic Fertilizer: Yes or No?

The Gardens at Cantigny
Poinsettia Tips

Know Maintenance
Why Plants Fail

The Edible Garden
Winter Vegetables

The Hands-On Gardener
Make an Outdoor Container

The Gardener
Erika Allen

The Garden Classroom
What’s a Native?

Mike Nowak

Special Sections

Winter Festivals
We’ve rounded up some of the best places to visit for fresh holiday décor and fun family activities.

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Which outdoor plants need extra protection over the winter?

What to Do in the Garden

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