Shame on…me. For ten frivolous years (2008-2018) I relied on an oscillating sprinkler to irrigate the 12 raised beds in my Kitchen Garden. Of course, this same sprinkler watered the paths between the beds. It watered the air, too, whenever the wind … [Read more...]
The NASA Guide To Air-filtering Houseplants
It won't surprise you to hear that the majority of people spend the bulk of their time indoors, whether it's at home or working in an office environment. As such, it's important to ensure that the air quality is of a high standard, something that … [Read more...]
Protecting Plants From Snow
No matter how beautiful it looks, snow can cause major problems in the garden. After all, snow is not just cold but heavy, which can spell bad news for plants and garden structures alike. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help your garden … [Read more...]
Keep Your Landscape Safe From Winter Salt
"Watch for such indicators as premature fall color, twig dieback, leaf margin scorch, browning of conifer needles or stunted growth." Keep Your Landscape Safe From Winter Salt To keep your landscape healthy in the winter it's good … [Read more...]
Managing Winter Injury to Trees and Shrubs
Understanding certain principles and cultural practices will significantly reduce winter damage that can be divided into three categories: desiccation, freezing, and breakage. What to do? Continue... SOURCE: Virginia Cooperative … [Read more...]
Is the Record-breaking Rain Too Much for Plants?
Going beyond the fall-foliage show, continual heavy rains can cause more important damage to plants. The rains can wash nutrients out of the soil, starving plants, and conditions in saturated soil can cause a host of problems. Wild Ideas: Is the … [Read more...]
Hedge Apples and Other Unusual Winter Weather Forecasters
Hedge Apples and Other Unusual Winter Weather Forecasters What in the heck is a hedge apple? And can it really predict the weather? Learn more about this odd-looking fruit. Source: Farmers' Almanac … [Read more...]
The Chemicals Behind the Colors of Autumn Leaves
Who's ready to go leaf peeping? The Chemicals Behind the Colors of Autumn Leaves With autumn looming on the horizon, the leaves on some trees have already begun the transition towards the vibrant hues of … [Read more...]
2019 Winter Weather Forecast
2019 Winter Weather Forecast Sunshine or Snow? Be the first to know! Find out what winter has in store for us this year with the official 2019 Old Farmer's Almanac Winter Weather Forecast. Source: … [Read more...]