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
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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
Plant a COVID Rainbow Garden
The COVID-19 rainbow of hope first reached Westerners’ eyes in Italy. Photo: Jennel Letizia Here’s a COVID-19 project you couldContinue Reading
Is Light Necessary for Germination?
Photo: www.gardenbetty.com Question: I have a question regarding the germination phase of sowing seeds. Is light absolutely necessary or will heatContinue Reading
Rub Out Insects With Alcohol
Spraying with a rubbing alcohol solution can control insects. Ill.: Claire Tourigny One homemade insecticide that can really do theContinue Reading
Do Trees Melt Snow?
Snow clearly melts more quickly around tree trunks, but why? Photo: www.faculty.luther.edu Question: There’s a sugar maple forest behind my house.Continue Reading
Venting a Cold Frame Automatically
Normally, you open the window covering of a cold frame yourself on hot days to provide ventilation and prevent overheating.Continue Reading
50th Anniversary of Earth Day
Yes, believe it or not, this is the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, first launched in 1970 by United States Senator GaylordContinue Reading