Tadpole Rescue Mission
Toads and frogs are our friends … and sometimes need our help. Photo: Ano Lobb, flickr Frogs and toads areContinue Reading
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Growing Ramps From Seed
Ramps are onion relatives from Eastern North America. Photo: amazon.com Question: I would like to know if it’s possible to findContinue Reading
When Is It Safe to Plant Your Seedlings Out?
It’s important not to plante seedlings outdoors too early. Photo: www.diynetwork.com You started your vegetable and flower seeds indoors withContinue Reading
Do you have to transplant seedlings indoors?
Popular belief to the contrary, potting seedlings up is not always necessary. Photo: goingtoseed.wordpress.com Question: Do you have to transplant seedlingsContinue Reading
Rotate Your Veggies to Confuse Pests
Ill.: Claire Tourigny, from the book Les idées du jardinier paresseux: Potager by Larry Hodgson When planning your garden, rememberContinue Reading
How to Clean Smart Pots
Fiber pots can become dirty or stained over time. (And yes, the plants shown are marijuana, which can now beContinue Reading
Peace Lily: May 2020 Houseplant of the Month
The peace lily is a popular houseplant, one often recommended to beginners. It’s a dual-purpose plant, grown both for itsContinue Reading
Six Tips for Creating Successful Hanging Baskets
Here’s an article full of easy tips on creating your own hanging baskets for the summer from the fine peopleContinue Reading
Cutting a Willow Hedge Down to Size
So-called dwarf arctic willow (Salix purpurea ‘Nana’). Photo: Susan Hagen, pinterest.com Question: A few years ago, we were sold arctic willows asContinue Reading
Garden Myth: Lime to Control Moss
Moss growing in a shady lawn. Photo: pnwhandbooks.org There is nothing worse than a garden myth that refuses to die,Continue Reading