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10 Plants that Beat the Heat

Plant these heat-loving, hardy plants that thrive in hot weather. Simply water them once a week to enjoy their blooms all summer long.

The 10 Worst Invasive Plants to Watch Out for in Your Region

How To Calculate Cubic Yards Mulch Per Square Feet

Here you will find a calculator to help you determine how much mulch you need to cover an area.

Let Them Eat Kale: Corbin Hill Farm

Unlike a traditional CSA design, Dennis Derryck’s Corbin Hill Farm network is designed to fit the needs of low-income consumers in Harlem and South Bronx.

Tips for Saving Trees & Shrubs After this Harsh Winter

Richard Grant shares his knowledge on tips for saving trees and shrubs after a harsh winter. It's not easy dealing with landscaping after winter

Watering Outdoor Fall Mums So They Last

Watering Outdoor Fall Mums So They Last ~ It is easy keep your outdoor Fall Mums healthy and extend their blooming time with this clever watering tip!

Evergreen Trees for Screens, Buffers and Hedges

This article provides helpful tips for selecting and planting trees for a screen, buffer or hedge planting

Ask an Arborist: Do Weed-Eaters and Lawn Mowers Hurt Trees?

Take care when you use lawn equipment near trees so you don't damage the tree's vascular system.

Planting Herbs that Attract Honey Bees

Planting herbs that attract honey bees is something anyone can do. You don't have to keep bees to plant for them. You may not have a large plot of land for

Tips for planting trees during the fall

If you put away your tree planting gloves for the year, you might want to pull them back out.

Observations about agriculture and life

Michael Rosmann shares some of his observations about agriculture, life, behavioral health and how they all work together.

North Fork cauliflower is here

While nutritionists frequently say white foods tend to have fewer nutrients than leafy greens, cauliflower is packed with vitamin K,... Read More

Selecting, Planting & Caring for Your Trees

Selecting Your Tree You’ve heard it said before, planting a tree is a simple yet powerful act. While that’s true, your commitment should make the biggest impact possible. So, before you plant, take a look at these important resources. Tree ID: Urban Tree Key – This is a resource to help you identify tree species by asking you a few observational question about the tree. In addition Dr. Matt Ritter published a book, “A Californian’s Guide to the Trees Among Us.” This book…

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Plant Perennials in Your Garden

Planting perennials in your garden, with additional ideas for Northern, Southern and Western regions

7 Hill Running Workouts That Increase Power

Build power and prep your body for the rigors of speedwork, racing and tackling uneven terrain with these seven hill workouts. Learn how to master uphill and downhill running.