On Our Cover
Macy Jane Bergland's ABC Garden
Photo: Gary Bergland

Features

Gardening Through the Generations
As Baby Boomers retire, many are finding a link to their grandchildren
in the garden.
By Sandra L. Mason & Mary Jo Bergland

The Doctor Does Daylilies
Once Dr. Bruce Hochstadter discovered daylilies, the collection was on. He now keeps notes on more than 100 varieties.
By Adele Kleine

Gardens on the Green Line
Venerable Garfield Park Conservatory is now surrounded by colorful gardens.
By Cathy Jean Maloney

Chicago by Design
Pergola, patio, pond. A suburban couple transforms their backyard.
By Rebecca Russell

Columns

Chicago Botanic Garden Notes
Balloon Flower
By Richard Hawke

The Indoor Garden
How to Succeed with Bonsai
By Adele Kleine

The Water Garden
The Midwest Pond & Koi Society Answers Your Questions
By Bob Passovoy

The Hands-On Gardener
Make a Human Sundial
By Michelle Byrne Walsh

The Edible Garden
Blue Teepees, Red Tomatoes
By Susan Crawford

Chicagoland Natives
Prairie Wonders—Silphiums
By Carolyn Ulrich

Outdoor Life
Iron: A Timeless Classic
By Rebecca Russell

The Gardener
William Moss Enjoys His World of Gardening
By Susan Crawford

Garden Classroom
Wasps: Garden Friend or Foe?
By Patrice Peltier

Mike Nowak

Departments

Editor's Letter

What To Do in the Garden

Ask Our Experts
The early summer bloom of peonies, roses and iris has ended and my gardden is in the doldrums. What can I do now to perk things up?

Calendar of Gardening Events

Q and A

Saturday Shopper

Potpourri
Gardening News and Views