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There was a time back in the day when hurricanes and tropical storms ever made it up to New England. Already in 2020 the northeast has been vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical storms.

Gardeners who live in […]

We recently posted an article on how to prepare your garden for a hurricane. With the number of hurricanes or tropical storms that have been able to reach New England this year, a hurricane threat is no longer […]

It’s always a nice surprise when you learn that something has hidden benefits that you aren’t aware of.

Take Marigolds for example. Although it is true that they’re beautiful flowers and that they have lovel […]

If you’re interested in attracting pollinators to your garden, then the most important of the group are bees. They are considered the heroes of the pollinating world because of their eyes. Bees’ eyes are much mor […]

When one thinks about creating shade on their property, what first come to mind are using trees. A single tree with a large expansive canopy is ideal for creating a shady corner in the backyard. A row of tall […]

Much of the United States is experiencing extremely hot temperatures. In some of these regions, hot temperatures sometimes lead to extremely high humidity. And everyone knows how uncomfortable that can […]

After a full quarter of a year of home schooling your kids and now in the middle of virtual summer camp with them, it might be a good time to encourage your kids to garden.

Kids are thirsty for knowledge. […]

Welcome to summertime 2020. In many areas of the country this time of year can include sizzling hot temperatures and high humidity. Neither of which are good for your plants.

Be sure to wear a hat when you […]

It’s summertime and wherever you are in the United States you will probably be experiencing at least some days of sizzling heat. If you’re lucky, you live in a region of the country that suffers hot con […]

If you’ve been a homeowner for any length of time, then you have probably learned the common mistakes you should avoid making when tending your lawn. As they say, wisdom comes with experience.

Consider the c […]

Those of us who like to pursue hobbies should be happy about the lockdown due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. It provides more time to putter in your garden and it has caused a boom in retail store sales of […]

Milk is one of the most essential beverages out there. It provides nutrition to us humans from grandpa to baby. But did you know that it could also be a lifesaver for plants?

In fact, milk can be used to […]

You’re probably climbing the walls by now as the lockdown caused by the Coronavirus goes into its third month. As states try to open up, there is still a threat of a spike in the virus causing us to lockdown a […]

So you live in an apartment, but you would love to have fresh vegetables for your meals without a trip to the grocery store. Sounds a bit far-fetched?

Actually, it isn’t! You may not have enough floor space o […]

In a previous article we discussed how to edge your flowerbed to give it a nice, clean appearance. There are a number of ways to edge your flowerbed beyond just cutting an edge.

For example, you can create a […]

Land Pride, manufacturer of implements compatible with Kubota tractors, headquartered in Salina, Kansas with manufacturing facilities in Abilene, Kipp, and Lucas, Kansas, and a research and development facility […]

Perhaps the best way to deal with plant diseases and pests is to be observant. Keep an eye on your garden. Regular surveillance will assure that you catch problems before they get worse.

For example, have you […]

As winter turns into spring repairing bald spots in the lawn comes to center stage. It is not uncommon for the lawn to be damaged during the winter. And it is often the case that a thinning lawn is due to the […]

If you want your garden to go beyond its involvement in the total landscape of your home, then you can add rocks to create a rock garden. Rock gardens have been around for thousands of years and helps to create […]

Whether you are a neophyte or a seasoned gardener, you have heard the myths that seem to persist concerning what’s best for your garden. Your experience may have debunked many of those myths, but neophyte g […]