Do “nativars” (cultivars of native plants) work as well as the plain old original native species themselves? Doug Tallamy’s thoughts. Source: AWAYTOGARDEN.COM … [Read more...]
Winterizing the Water Garden
Water gardens require maintenance throughout the year. Preparation for the winter months is especially important for the survival of both the aquatic plants and the wildlife in and around the pond. Some plants will not tolerate winter weather and … [Read more...]
Native Plants for Conservation, Restoration and Landscaping – Native Plant Finder
So you want to start a native plants garden, but don’t know where to start? Or you have problems deciding what native plants to use? DCR has a handy dandy Native Plants Finder to help you out! Select the conditions of your yard and the Plants Finder … [Read more...]
What Was on the Menu at the First Thanksgiving?
Today, the traditional Thanksgiving dinner includes any number of dishes: turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, candied yams, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie. But if one were to create a historically accurate feast, consisting of only those foods that … [Read more...]
Bring Fall’s Beauty Indoors With These 10 Autumn Leaf Crafts for Kids
Celebrate Autumn in all its glory with leaf crafts for kids! We all like to create with the seasonal colors and images around us, and what better way to create this fall than with Autumn leaves? Click here to link to Artful Parent's blog for … [Read more...]
Freezing Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are everywhere now, but how to save them for later? Freezing Brussels Sprouts How to freeze Brussels sprouts--with pictures! Source: The Old Farmers' Almanac … [Read more...]
8 Winter Squash Varieties to Try
One of the oldest-known crops to mankind is squash. With autumn in full force and the holidays on their way, why not take advantage of these varieties, and try some tempting seasonal recipes? 8 Winter Squash Varieties to Try Source: Farmers' … [Read more...]
Is it Possible to Control Weeds Late in the Year?
With dropping temperatures, many wonder if it is too late to control weeds? Not necessarily; but read below for some comments about this question... When weather becomes cold, many often wonder if it is too late to control weeds, especially … [Read more...]
Garden Bargain or Bust?
When summer season draws to a close, garden centers prepare for winter by discounting prices on in-stock nursery items, such as perennials, shrubs and trees. How do you know if that clearance plant is a bargain or a waste of your money? Follow these … [Read more...]
Fall Garden Care for Pollinators
Doug Tallamy’s seminal work in backyard ecology, the book Bringing Nature Home, implored gardeners to think about how their landscapes are viewed by the bugs and birds that rely on plants for survival. Read more about Fall Garden Care for … [Read more...]