Gardening adds years to your life and life to your years. April is National Gardening Month and a good time to plant a garden, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. For those who lacked the motivation in the past to garden, consider these benefits: Economic Vegetable gardening is an excellent way to save…
Laura Murphy/Master Gardener | Special to The Times Grow this vegetable and get hooked on gardening Tyler Gough, director of Indy Urban Acres, says you’ll get hooked on gardening once you start growing your own tomatoes. Residents can receive help identifying plant diseases and insects, conducting soil tests, and more. The Master Gardener Hotline is…
SMOKETOWN, Pa. â Gardeners are excited to get back to the growing season. Now is the time for some good garden tips and tricks to kick off the season. Kathy Trout, manager at Kenâs Gardens, offers some hacks for gardeners on a budget. Tarp as a Gardening Tool Use a tarp as a multipurpose garden…
Longer hours of daylight and warming temperatures are hallmarks of spring and each of these variables do much to contribute to the reputation of a season that’s become synonymous with rejuvenation. After dealing with winter weather for the past few months, people might find the welcoming conditions of spring irresistible, which compels many to spend…
Spring season is officially among us! This time of year we welcome longer days, warmer temperatures, and an overall lightness in the atmosphere. While we prepare for warmer days, it’s hard to ignore the fact the temperature isn’t the only thing that’s rising. Grocery costs have risen significantly over the last four years, according to…
Warm days have caused our gardens to flourish, but this can mean too much of a good thing. Did you ever feel like giving up on your lawn and paving the whole thing? Of course you have, but let’s face it, it is not practical. Your neighbors would probably tar and feather you. Not only…
April is just about here and with it comes Easter (April 20), Earth Day (April 22), Colorado Arbor Day (April 26) and National Parks Week (April 19-27). Every gardener is itching to get outside and dig in the soil. Sometimes we forget that gardening can be tricky in April living in the foothills of Pikes…
For many of us, springtime means the start of garden season. But exactly when to plant and what to do with your lawn varies widely by location and, of course, the weather. Here’s our regional guide to help you get started on this year’s crop of backyard vegetables. When To Expect The Last Freeze “It…
