Basic Composting How-To's
March 15, 2014
Starting a compost pile is as easy as following a cooking recipe. Just get the right ingredients together, mix well, and let it cook.
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Starting Seeds Indoors
March 01, 2014
Start your garden early by sowing seeds in containers indoors. Any container that drains well can be used, but many gardeners prefer peat pots or pellets...
What You Need to Start Seeds Indoors
February 15, 2014
Starting seeds indoors is a great way to ensure earlier blooms and an earlier harvest from your garden, and allows you to choose longer-growing cultivars to...
The Great Backyard Bird Count
February 01, 2014
The Great Backyard Bird Count is an annual 4-day event that engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the...
Winter Cat Care
January 15, 2014
Shorter days and colder temperatures can have the same depressing effects on pets as they do on pet owners. Fortunately, there are easy ways cat owners can...
Recycle Your Christmas Tree
January 01, 2014
As it gets colder and there are less leaves on trees, birds need more places to hide from predators and where they can get inside to stay warm. A Christmas...
Winter Poultry Care
December 15, 2013
Chickens are much tougher than they appear and they only need a little extra care during the winter months. Here are a few essential tips to consider when...
Caring for Your Fresh Cut Christmas Tree
December 01, 2013
The key to having a safe Christmas tree is to choose one that is fresh and has been properly stored, then keep it that way. Fresh Christmas trees that are...
Forcing Spring-Blooming Bulbs in Winter
November 15, 2013
Most spring-blooming bulbs can be forced into bloom. The most common choices are hyacinths, tulips, narcissus, grape hyacinths and crocuses
Cleaning & Winterizing Your Grill
November 01, 2013
By properly cleaning and winterizing your grill it will be ready for the first spring or summer cookout next year.
Preparing Perennials for Winter
October 15, 2013
Perennials can be an easy addition to your flowerbeds that you can enjoy year after year, but without the proper preparation for winter even the hardiest...
Using Fallen Leaves to Help the Birds
October 01, 2013
When you're busy raking leaves every autumn, take a break and use some of those leaves to help the birds! Fallen leaves, or leaf litter, can be very...
How Birds Migrate
September 15, 2013
Depending on the species, birds may migrate hundreds, thousands or even tens of thousands of miles every year. They travel between their winter range and...
Solutions for Common Late Summer and Fall Lawn Problems
September 01, 2013
The growing season for your lawn is almost over. You might think that all that remains is a quick mow to tidy things up until next spring. You would be quite...
Troubleshooting Canning Problems
August 15, 2013
Sometimes, even those who have been home canning for years may run into problems with their food-filled jars. Some problems are related to the condition of...
Mosquito Bites and Your Cat
August 01, 2013
Along with the warm and humid days of summer comes the mosquito. Although cats seem to be guarded against mosquitoes by their fur, they are vulnerable to...
Watering Your Lawn
July 15, 2013
Lawns need water not only during the hot, dry summer, but also in the spring and fall. Click here to learn when and how much water your lawn needs.
Creating A Compost Pile
July 01, 2013
Starting a compost pile is as easy as following a cooking recipe. Just get the right ingredients together, mix well, and let it cook. In a matter of months...
BBQ Party Tips
June 15, 2013
Hosting a backyard barbecue is great summer fun, and there are many ways you can make your party distinctive and entertaining for all your guests.
Going to Bat Against Bugs
June 01, 2013
Try natural biological insect control. The evidence suggests that a typical bat colony can make a difference to those who want to use natural biological...
Understanding Plant Nutrition
May 15, 2013
What elements are needed for your plants to grow at their best? Did you know you can spot possible nutrient deficiencies in your plants?
Low-down on Lawn Weeds
May 01, 2013
Weeds in your lawn are usually the result of poor grass growth. They invade lawns that are not thick enough to choke them out, so the first step in keeping...
When to Put Up Bird Houses
April 15, 2013
Knowing when to put up bird houses can help you attract nesting birds to your backyard so you can enjoy the experience of being part of a growing bird family.
Grass Germination
April 01, 2013
Germination is dependent on soil temperature and available soil moisture. Most cool season species, like those listed below, will not start the germination...
Planning Your Garden
March 15, 2013
To create a garden with beauty and balance, begin with planning, not digging. A way to start a plan is by drawing a sketch of all garden areas.
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