West Chicago, IL – Summer gardens are in full bloom, and if you’re fortunate enough to have a vegetable garden, you might find yourself with an abundance of zucchini. This versatile vegetable is perfect for a variety of delicious dishes. If you don’t have a garden, local farmers markets offer plenty of fresh produce. For…
WEST CHICAGO, IL – This past weekend was a vibrant and bustling time at We Grow Dreams Greenhouse and Garden Center, located on Washington Street. The greenhouse was alive with activity as customers flocked to purchase flowers, annuals, perennials, and vegetables for their gardens. The growing and gardening season is in full swing, and plants…
We Grow Dreams Greenhouse and Garden Center has announced the winners of their Beautify Raffle and Fundraising initiative, all told, they raised about $4,000.00 through the fundraiser. The business hopes to be able to accomplish new projects with the added funding. Raffle Winners Announced: Kristen was the very first person to purchase raffle tickets, and…
As the snow has melted away and the temperatures begin to rise, it’s time to turn our attention to caring for the spring bulbs that we planted in the fall. Bulbs such as hyacinths, tulips, and daffodils are starting to bloom and displaying all their beauty, signaling the start of the official arrival of the…
West Chicago’s Blooming Fest is a wonderful community event that brings together not just gardeners, but the whole community with entertainment, shopping,a large selection of vendors, activities and food- Something the whole family can enjoy. This time-honored festival is on the horizon and will be happening next month. This festival is a favorite tradition in…
Enter our Beautify Your World Cash Raffle to help We Grow Dreams Greenhouse and Garden Center beautify the aging infrastructure of our greenhouses! The greenhouse structures that We Grow Dreams operates in have truly begun to show their age – many of these have been standing for almost 30 years. We will be drawing 3…
We Grow Dreams Greenhouse has announced that is has many new varieties for the 2024 growing and gardening season. There are lots of new blooms this year in many different sized pots. They’re very excited to be offering more drought tolerant combination baskets containing lantana, scaevola, and portulaca that can withstand drying our much better…
This is a very exciting time of year for the do-it-yourself garden planners and planters. We Grow Dreams will be hosting its fourth annual seed swap event on Saturday, February 10th from 9 AM – 2 PM where we will have a large selection of vegetable seeds up for grabs along with herbs, annual flowers,…
The West Chicago Garden Club will host a program about seed starting indoors this week. Jan Gricus, an Illinois Master Gardener will discuss the necessary equipment and methods used for starting seeds indoors this winter, in preparation for Spring gardening. The class will take place tomorrow, Thursday, January 25 at St. Andrew Lutheran Church-151 N….
Healthy West Chicago, a collaboration of community leaders in local government, education, healthcare, social services, faith-based congregations, businesses, and non-profit organizations who have organized to increase nutrition and physical activity in the City of West Chicago. The non-profit organization was formalized in 2014 through funding from a grant from Northwestern Medicine (formerly Cadence Health) and…
If you’re making a pumpkin pie for the holidays, there’s an overwhelming chance that the pumpkins inside that can be grown and processed right here in Illinois, that’s because 85-90-% of the entire nation’s pie pumpkins are Illinois born and bred. Illinois takes the lead amongst all states in pumpkin cultivation, boasting the top rank…
Healthy West Chicago invites you to come and learn a bit about microgreens and how easy they are to grow at home. Then, plant some seeds in your own free microgreen garden kit. They will be ready to harvest and add to your favorite salad or recipes in just weeks. Date: November 14, 2023 Time:…
Gorgeous fall mums are in bloom at Windy Acres Farm. Hardy for chilly weather and easy to maintain this season. Find many colors and sizes todayThere are so many beautiful blooms your Instagram will love your pictures! Plus, Delivery is available with Errand Up! Order here >>> https://t.ly/uVsGI Windy Acres farm is located at 37W446…
“Great oaks from little acorns grow.” -This quote is often attributed to Geoffrey Chaucer, the English poet and author known for his renowned work “The Canterbury Tales.” In and around West Chicago this fall, oak trees are putting on an extraordinary show as they generously shower us with a bountiful mast of acorns. This is…
What kind of gardener are you? Ball experts help you find out with these 4 fall trends for 2023. As summer winds down and cooler temperatures emerge, it’s time to embrace the vibrant colors and bountiful rewards of fall gardening. What better time to dig into your gardening personality than the start of a new…
The WeGrow Dreams greenhouse- located at 1055 W. Washington in West Chicago is looking so very festive for their Fall Festival of Color kickoff tomorrow , September 23, from 9-4! They’ll have many mums blooming beautifully, with more that will get colorful in the weeks ahead and maintain their color during the chillier nights ahead….
Join HealthyWestChicago and the Dupage County Master Gardeners for their Fall Clean-Up program at 7:00 on October 17th at Gallery 200-Located at the corner of Washington and Main Streets-West Chicago . Getting everything wrapped up at the end of the growing season can be overwhelming. Members of DuPage Master Gardeners and Healthy West Chicago will…
The West Chicago Community Garden Operated by St. Michael’s United Church of Christ, and Peace Jam Infinity will hold its first Community Volunteer Day and Hydroponics Open Lab event. This event will take place at Neighborhood Food Pantries- 123 Fremont St., West Chicago, and the public is invited to attend. PeaceJam Infinity is a youth…
The West Chicago Community Garden Operated by St. Michael’s United Church of Christ, Healthy West Chicago and Peace Jam Infinity will hold its first Community Volunteer Day and Hydroponics Open Lab event. This event will take place at Neighborhood Food Pantries- 123 Fremont St., West Chicago, and the public is invited to attend. PeaceJam Infinity…
It’s time for a late planting of some favorites, harvesting squashes, and prepping your garden beds for the coming winter. Here are some fall gardening tips to help you out from Healthy West Chicago
