The Garden Club of Minneapolis has a long history in Minnesota, beginning during the early years of World War II as a way for men who did not see combat to create community and personal gardens. Becky DeLaCruz (she/her), chair of marketing and promotions, described the progression from the exclusive Men’s Garden Club of Minneapolis…
Understanding the grasshopper life cycle can help explain why we are seeing high numbers of grasshoppers and why they are so difficult to manage. Grasshopper embryos begin to develop within eggs immediately after they are deposited by adults and they must reach a certain stage of development before entering a period of dormancy in the…
This story is part of a series on NHPR’s Morning Edition in which we explore how people are addressing food insecurity in New Hampshire. Tell us your thoughts on local food access at [email protected]. One in 10 Granite Staters don’t have consistent access to enough food, including fresh fruits and vegetables, according to a new…
The Fourth of July is over, the fireworks are done, fall crafts and the back-to-school sections are starting to show up in the various stores. All that means is that thoughts are starting to turn fall. For a gardener right now, tomatoes are still producing, okra is growing, but the rest of the garden is…
Itâs no secret that pollinators are the key to plant survival. For those who have an appreciation for our buzzing brethren, there are various options to attract them to your home. With almost 1,000 native species of bees in Colorado, creating a hospitable space for them can be relatively easy. Some gardeners might hesitate to…
You can double the benefit of every gardening task while keeping your garden looking its best. You’ll reduce your workload, help your landscape flourish, and have more time to enjoy its beauty. Don’t spend time and energy bagging and hauling landscape trimmings to the recycling center. Put it to work in your garden. Use shredded…
Todd talks to a berry expert about how to grow your own strawberries. MAINE, USA — Strawberries kick off the berry season in Maine. Local farms offer u-pick to the public for those who dream of making strawberry jam and shortcakes. Wouldn’t having your own patch right out your back door be nice? Gardening with…
SANIBEL-CAPTIVA CONSERVATION FOUNDATION A southern carpenter bee on climbing aster (Aster carolinians). The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation reported that Florida is home to over 300 species of native bees. They include bumble bees, sweat bees, leafcutter bees and more. “Bees are some of the most important pollinators in the world, providing essential…
