If there were ever a flower synonymous with long summer days, it would be the hydrangea. These billowing bushes are perfect ...

Azaleas have low nutritional needs to put on a brilliant show of flowers. However, they do need an occasional boost to keep ...

Everyone striving for their dream lawn or garden knows the frustration of unexpected obstacles. Whether it’s stubborn ...

But if those elements are in good shape, you should look into a drain tile system. This lesser-known feature is a powerful defensive barrier that directs water away from your home and keeps your ...

By Bruce Spangenberg Soils are the foundation of gardens and landscapes, featuring characteristics that vary among locations ...

The answer is pretty simple: Keep plants growing in it. Plants that germinate in the late summer, sending their roots deep into the soil, will provide a place for water to go. This also provides for ...

A few weeks ago, a friend from Loudonville asked what my favorite early flowering plant was? Answering that question is like answering the question, “Who is my favorite child?” Honestly, I love all ...

The recent heavy rainfall has brought about a number of folks asking about raised beds. The soppy, wet soil has made if ...

Fertilizer for clay soils: 4 litres seed meal (I use alfalfa meal) ½ litre agricultural lime ½ litre agricultural gypsum 1 ...