Bulbous buttercup (Ranunculus bulbosus) is a perennial weed prevalent in pastures and hayfields, and occasionally, in lawns and gardens. Continued: … [Read more...]
Mulch – A Survey of Available Options
A gardener has many choices when it comes to mulch. This article covers the pros and cons of various types of organic, non-organic, and living mulches. Read more: … [Read more...]
Are There Alternatives to Glyphosate for Weed Control in Landscapes?
However, recently the toxicity and environmental safety of glyphosate has been questioned**, And, though the US Environmental Protection Agency continues to maintain that glyphosate does not pose a threat to human health or the environment when used … [Read more...]
Seed and Seedling Biology
Viable seeds are living entities. They must contain living, healthy embryonic tissue in order to germinate. Read on: … [Read more...]
Soil Preparation
The ideal soil for a vegetable garden is deep, friable,and well-drained with a high organic matter content.Proper soil preparation provides the basis for goodseed germination and the subsequent growth of gardencrops. Read on: … [Read more...]
Five Common Poisonous Weeds In Your Garden
With all the news about giant hogweed, we might think it is what we should be on the lookout for in our gardens. Continued: … [Read more...]
Early Spring Ephemeral Wildflowers
By Lark Wells Wildflowers By Lark Wells Looking forward to spring? Ready to open the windows for some fresh air and take a walk or bike ride on your favorite local trail? While you’re out, take a look at the splashes of color by the … [Read more...]
Virginia Bluebells, Mertensia virginica
Virginia bluebells is a native wildflower found in moist woodlands and river flood plains in eastern North America from New York to Minnesota up into Canada (Ontario and Quebec), and from Kansas to Alabama. Mertensia virginica is one of about 40 … [Read more...]
Weed Identification Photos
Accurate plant identification and understanding the lifecycle of the plant are essential when it comes to weed management. Continued: … [Read more...]
Spring Clean Up in the Garden
Over the past few years I have not done a fall clean-up in my garden. It’s not that I’m lazy, but that I have learned to leave flower heads as a food source for birds. Read more: … [Read more...]