Putting the Brakes on Stormwater Runoff
Federal climate data confirm what we’ve all seen in our rain gauges in recent years: extreme precipitation events are happening… Read More »Putting the Brakes on Stormwater Runoff
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Should I Be Planting Natives?
Question: I’ve heard that we should all be planting more native plants in our yards. What are they and why… Read More »Should I Be Planting Natives?
Apple Tree Diseases
Question: What disease affected my apple trees last year and what do I do about it? Diagnosing plant diseases can… Read More »Apple Tree Diseases
How to Bring Home the Birds
This year’s Great Backyard Bird Count—a real-time snapshot of bird populations—will take place from February 12 to 15. How many… Read More »How to Bring Home the Birds
Selecting Annuals: Tender, Hardy, or Half-hardy
Question: A seed catalog labels Petunias as a half-hardy annual. How is that different from a tender annual and a… Read More »Selecting Annuals: Tender, Hardy, or Half-hardy
World Wetlands Day: 50 Years of Recognition
February 2 in the United States is Groundhog Day. We all know that if the groundhog emerges from his burrow… Read More »World Wetlands Day: 50 Years of Recognition
Don’t Wait to Order Seeds
The seed catalogs started to arrive in November. What better way to spend a cold, windy day in January than… Read More »Don’t Wait to Order Seeds
Seed Starting & the Benefits
Question: How does one start seeds? What are the benefits of doing so? Learning about seed starting beforehand will make… Read More »Seed Starting & the Benefits
Forcing Bulbs Indoors Provides a Harbinger of Spring
After the excitement of the holidays fade, we turn reluctantly to the long, dark, cold days of January and wish… Read More »Forcing Bulbs Indoors Provides a Harbinger of Spring
Highbush or Lowbush Blueberries
Question: What is meant by highbush and lowbush blueberries? Which blueberry varieties are recommended for this region? Thinking about planting… Read More »Highbush or Lowbush Blueberries