A Greener View

A Greener View

A Greener View

Jeff Rugg uses his degrees in science, zoology, horticulture and landscape architecture and experience as an Illinois certified nurseryman and registered landscape architect to instruct readers on all their gardening needs in his weekly column. Bob Kast provides an eye-popping and informative infographic each week.

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Black Spot Disease on Roses Jun 17, 2026

Q: I have some old rose bushes. They start out great each spring, but most summers, black spots deve... Read More

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Q: We are moving to a new state and don't know much about the trees that grow there. Can you give us... Read More

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Q: There are a bunch of slimy, disgusting orange growths all over my junipers next to my patio. Plea... Read More

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