Spring cleaning, indoors and out, is a longstanding tradition for many households. But as we learn more about the important pollinators, insect-eating toads, songbirds and beneficial insects, the more ...

The first signs of spring always spark that urge to get outside and dig into the dirt. After a long winter, it’s tempting to ...

It is nearly impossible for you to avoid all forms of winter desiccation damage, but watering the roots deeply can ...

Winter might feel like downtime, but it’s the ideal season to tackle a few key garden tasks. Do these now and shave days off ...

Spring is here, and that means it’s time to breathe new life into your garden! But before you rush out to plant, there’s one important step to take–cleaning up. Spring garden sanitation might not ...

The vibrant return of spring is something we all look forward to, but it is often spoiled by the return of various pests. None is quite so unwelcome as the wasp. While they are often mistakenly ...

Mourning Cloak butterflies overwinter as an adult in cracks in tree bark, under leaves and in other sheltered area. Photo by Patrick Coin With the longer days and warmer temperatures, there is an urge ...

A century or two ago, spring cleaning was less of a tradition and more of a necessity. “In a time when people heated their houses with coal or wood, not only was there more dirt on everything after ...

Garden tools can sustain a lot of wear and tear during the growing season, so cleaning and maintaining them is essential if you want your tools to last. While it may be tempting to wait until spring ...

Spring cleaning, indoors and out, is a longstanding tradition for many households. But as we learn more about the important pollinators, insect-eating toads, songbirds and beneficial insects, the more ...