Hints for a Happy Harvest

When it’s time to bring in what’s left of your garden bounty, there are a few guidelines to keep in…

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Beware of Treacherous Trees and Shrubs

Thinking about planting some trees or shrubs this fall? Good for you — autumn is the perfect time to do…

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Compost Conquers All!

Spreading compost over your lawn is a terrific alternative to chemical fertilizers. But “black gold” can do a whole lot…

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4 Frightening Facts about Chemical Lawn Foods

Here’s a creepy quartet of reasons that you’ll be doing yourself, your family, and everyone else on the planet a…

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A Little Off the Top, Please!

When it comes to trimming your grass, the four most important words to remember are these: Mow high, mow sharp….

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That is NOT your litter box!

All across the country these days, more and more folks are doing their gardening in containers. And judging from the…

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Deputize a Pest-Control Posse

If you’re using chemical pesticides in your yard because you’re afraid that insects will destroy your lawn and gardens, I…

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The Secret to Fending Off Flower Maladies

Diseases that traumatize flowers cause the most trouble in yards that are heavily treated with chemicals. But they can strike…

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6 Signs of a Skeeter-Borne Disease

While mosquitoes do most of their dirty work in tropical countries, they can spread a number of serious diseases in…

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Declare Victory over Vampires!

Don’t become an unwilling blood donor to hungry mosquitoes when you’re relaxing outside this summer. Set out oscillating fans to…

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