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Grow the healthiest plants possible by following our easy tips and tricks. From seed starting to finally getting plants into the ground, we’ve got you covered.

Worms At Work: How To Build Your Own Vermicomposting Bin

Catherine Sherriffs

When looking for the king of all composters, gardening gurus say look no further than red wiggler worms (Eisenia foetida). Capable of eating the equivalent of their own body weight a day, there is no better way to turn kitchen scraps into black gold. Feeling a little jumpy? Get over it, and your gardens will…

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Major Breakthroughs In Recycling Food Waste

Plastic is a problem. So is food waste. A team of researchers from Montreal, Canada has decided to tackle both of these issues at the same time, and the result is pretty impressive. A report by CTV News says the team of experts at McGill University has developed a durable and fully biodegradable plastic from…
January 2, 2019
Catherine Sherriffs

Five Ways To Prevent Flooding In Your Garden

Damage from flooding can cost thousands of dollars to repair. Did you know there are ways you can prevent it, starting with your landscape and gardens? Survey the land around your home the next time it rains, and photograph areas where there is flooding. Those are trouble zones should torrential rain ever fall. Follow these…
December 10, 2018
Matt Lee

Drunk As A… Raccoon? Fermenting Food Leads To Buzz For Wildlife

You’ve heard the saying drunk as a skunk, but how about drunk as a raccoon? A few of these masked creatures are making headlines after having a little too much fun on the streets one night.   Rowdy Raccoons If you’re a homeowner, you’ve likely had your share of run-ins with raccoons. They have the…
November 30, 2018
Catherine Sherriffs

Improve Your Garden Landscaping With These Six Tips

Who says your decorating skills should be limited to your indoor space only? Put them to test by following these tips for the ultimate outdoor garden landscape!
October 9, 2018
Matt Lee

Change Of Season, A New Set Of Tasks In The Garden

  As much as I love the warm summer months, I am so excited to welcome the fall season. Beautiful, vibrant colors, the crisp air, and homemade apple pies make me happy. But don’t permanently exchange your garden tools for the rolling pin just yet; there’s still some important planting to be done! Fall is…
September 21, 2018
Catherine Sherriffs