Steven Conaway | Special to the Telegram & Gazette USA TODAY NETWORK Meadows are open landscapes, composed of grasses and wildflowers. The word “meadow” itself is evocative, conjuring images of Julie Andrews twirling in the Alps or bucolic, rolling farmers’ fields. Meadows can be grand sprawling vistas, but they can also occupy smaller clearings or…
By JESSICA DAMIANO The third week of September is National Houseplant Week, a nod to the fact that we’re turning our attention to indoor plants. It’s a great time to explore a practice called kokedama and have a little fun making a special addition to our collections. The Japanese method of growing plants in a…
Growing any autumn crop in your garden requires some dedication, attention, and the ultimate fall to-do list for the garden of your dreams. But you can’t just follow a generic to-do list and hope it works for all your plants. Each crop has specific needs and considerations that can impact your harvest, and pumpkins (Cucurbita…
Nothing rattles a gardener faster than spotting the first signs of blight on a tomato. The brown spots creep in, leaves start to yellow, and before you know it, the plant looks like it’s waving a white flag. Tomato blight is one of the most common diseases and problems with garden tomatoes. It comes in…
Christopher Chung / The Press Democrat file Sonoma County Master Gardeners hosts a workshop on Oct. 11 on composting, vermiculture and more. Santa Rosa Be nice to the Earth: scraps to soil In honor of North Bay Zero Waste Week, Sonoma County Master Gardeners is hosting an event featuring hands-on activities, workshops and giveaways for…
Todd’s wife Rachel puts her foot down! She wants landscaping in front of their porch. PORTLAND, Maine — While the gardening season is winding down, it’s the perfect time to tackle some big projects like landscaping. After more than ten years in their home, Todd’s wife Rachel put her foot down! She wants landscaping in…
Pollinators are the quiet powerhouses of the garden, keeping fruits, veggies, and flowers going strong. But with shrinking habitats and shifting climates, they could use a little backup. If you’ve been wondering how to bring more pollinators into your yard and garden without spending too much money, the trick might be hiding in plain sight….
FreshSplash / Getty Images Key Points Save tasks like watering, pruning, and seeding for evening when it’s cooler and less stressful for plants. Midday heat causes water to evaporate and chemicals to burn plants, reducing effectiveness. Evening gardening is easier on you and helps with weeding, transplanting, and crisp veggie harvests. Tending to your lawn…
