Spring Lawn and Garden 2023
12 Stories • Available February 2023
Annual Flower Bed Planting
Question: We have several bare areas where we want to plant something. We might be moving this summer, but maybe not until next year, so we don't want to spend a lot. We have not had good luck wi
Organic Mulch Is Beneficial
Question: The trees planted in our new subdivision have grass planted right up to the trunks. I want to add mulch around them but don't know how far out to go or what kind to use. Answer: Insta
Gutters Gone Right
Dear James: Whenever we have anything more than a moderate rain, the gutters overflow. When we build our new house, what design aspects should we consider in order to avoid this problem? -- Gary
Diy A Garden Sitting Wall
Dear James: I want a patio, butterfly garden and a sitting wall by a slope. I think a simple no-mortar wall would look nice. What is the best way to build a stable wall this way? -- Catherine T.
Outdoors In
If you have houseplants or you're considering getting some, you're not alone. Houseplants are definitely having a moment. According to houseplant research conducted from 2019-2021 by the Floral
A Trace Of Space
Not all gardens grow out; many grow up. If you don't have a lot of space on the ground, consider a vertical garden, which allows you to grow plants up a wall or along a structure, like a lattice.
The Hose Knows
Water is a necessity for every living thing, but sometimes there can be too much or too little. Groundwater carries needed nutrients though a plant's roots to its foliage, flowers or produce in w
Gazebo Effect
What is that perfect way to enjoy the outdoors with a roof over your head? Start with an open-air gazebo. Gazebos come in many sizes and offer many uses. Smaller units usually provide seating
Rural Life
While chicken coops, horses and other mainstays of rural life are allowed in many communities, they aren't allowed in all. It is always wisest to check with your local township and/or county befo
Growing Great Grass Begins With The Right Seed
Whether it's covered with morning dew or providing resting places for fireflies at night, there's nothing that evokes good memories like stepping out on lush green grass. However, if your lawn ju
Get Mowtivated
A perfect lawn is the dream of many homeowners who at times may feel embattled by the weather, by unseen challenges beneath the lawn's surface and by mysterious brown spots in the lawn. Experts m
Go Wild
Colorful blooming gardens offer a sensory feast for butterflies as well as gardeners and their guests. Even the most successful gardens only require a few basic steps. *Think Color Butterflies
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