Caring for Garden Mums
Garden mums burst forth in brilliant falls hues when other perennials are fading fast. Combine them with pansies and ornamental cabbages and kale for a...
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Fall Overseeding
The best time of year to reseed your existing lawn is in the fall. In most areas of the United States, the ideal is to sow the grass seed in late August or...
How Birds Migrate
Depending on the species, birds may migrate hundreds, thousands or even tens of thousands of miles every year. They travel between their winter range and...
Troubleshooting Canning Problems
Sometimes, even those who have been home canning for years may run into problems with their food-filled jars. Some problems are related to the condition of...
Pest Control Around the Home
You love your home and you have to continue trying to make it, "just right," for you, your family, and your pets. Unfortunately your home is also attractive...
Cleaning a Bird Feeder
For the health and safety of birds, it’s important to clean your bird feeders regularly. This will prevent the transmission of disease and keep your...
Gardening Tips for July
Sit back for a moment and enjoy the fruits of your labor in the garden! There are still tasks to perform in the garden, however your primary concern will be...
Going to Bat Against Bugs
Try natural biological insect control. The evidence suggests that a typical bat colony can make a difference to those who want to use natural biological...
Flea & Tick Control
Cats and dogs can be warm, wonderful companions. However, those companions will often most likely bring other parasitic creatures into your lives that are not...
Low-down on Lawn Weeds
Weeds in your lawn are usually the result of poor grass growth. They invade lawns that are not thick enough to choke them out, so the first step in keeping...
What to do if your Pet is Skunked
Skunks are common in rural and suburban areas, and pets are curious about these waddling, furry creatures. Unfortunately, skunks are not sociable and will...
Grass Germination
Germination is dependent on soil temperature and available soil moisture. Most cool season species, like those listed below, will not start the germination...
Mulch Chart
Mulch adds the finishing touch to your home's landscaping but it's not just a pretty frame, mulch offers many other benefits as well...
When to See Birds
Just like humans, birds follow daily patterns for their different activities. Birders who know those patterns will be able to predict when to see birds, and...
Dog Training Basics
Whether you send your dog to school or train him at home, consistency is the key to good behavior. You and your dog may seek training for a variety of...
Starting Seeds Indoors
Start your garden early by sowing seeds in containers indoors. Any container that drains well can be used, but many gardeners prefer peat pots or pellets...
Winter Birding Essentials
When the weather outside is frightful, birding can be delightful. To attract the greatest number of species in the winter, it is important to have a number...
Protecting Your Landscape From Deer
Although difficult for the soft-hearted, turning a cold shoulder to visiting deer is the right thing to do…
Bird in Storms
From thunderstorms and tornadoes to hurricanes and blizzards, how do birds survive treacherous storms that can cause thousands, even millions of dollars of...
How to Identify & Treat Frostbite in Dogs
You might think that because your dog is covered in a fur coat from head to foot that it will be protected against frostbite. However, you would be wrong.
Rainy Day Projects
A hefty rainstorm can put a damper on gardening, but you don't have to let a rainy day slow you down. There are a lot of projects that can be done when the...
Raking Leaves: Bag vs Mulch-Compost
It's an annual task most homeowners don't relish: leaf clean-up. The trees that provide such beauty during spring, summer and fall eventually drop their...
Fertilizing your Lawn in the Fall
It's not unusual to fertilize your lawn in the spring, but don't let the cooler temperatures of autumn fool you. Fall actually is the best time to fertilize...
Solutions for Common Late Summer & Fall Lawn Problems
The growing season for your lawn is almost over. You might think that all that remains is a quick mow to tidy things up until next spring. You would be quite...
Canning for Gifts
Fresh canned foods can be delicious and thoughtful gifts, but if you know how to can, how can you go about turning your jars into stunning gifts?
