09/27/2014 18:12
Whoever suggested we "deck the halls with boughs of holly" clearly wasn't also trying to cook a turkey, wrap gifts and bake dozens of cookies. Planting a container garden is rarely on the holiday to-...
09/27/2014 08:22
People have grown trees in their gardens since ancient times. But as gardens become smaller and more valuable as outdoor living spaces, is there still room for a tree? I know from living with the sma...
09/27/2014 04:12
This week the air turned crisp and the leaves started to change color — we’ve got fall on the brain. In spite of the incessant cacophony of leaf blowers and a stinkbug infestation, fall is still my f...
09/26/2014 23:13
Many native grasses are now available for sale in local nurseries. If you have not tried any in your landscape, little bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium) is an excellent choice. This charming grass d...
09/26/2014 23:12
Most of us keep up with everyday cleaning — dusting and vacuuming, wiping kitchen counters, scrubbing the bath. But what about those cleaning jobs that are a step beyond the regular routine? You don’...
