Garden Articles

Organic Rose Program 2011

Roses are actually easy to grow and should only be grown organically since they are one of the best medicinal and culinary herbs in the world

Drip Irrigation - The Wrong Choice

In my opinion, drip irrigation works in one situation – row crops where there are emitters at the bases of plants. Even there the system isn’t perfect

Recycling Old Pesticides - Organic and Toxic

Have you ever wondered what to do with those chemical fertilizers you are never going to use?

Stink Bug Invasion!

Well, we may have a new imported, invasive pest. The good news is that the control should be easy – and of course it’s organic

A&M’s 1-0-0 Fertilizer Push – Bad Science

Your soil test says "Warning, Warning – too much phosphorous." Don’t use a fertilizer that contains phosphorous or manure for 3 - 5 year

Grant Lawrence Interview - CBC Radio 3's Grant Lawrence on "Playlist for the Planet"& "Adventures in Solitude"

As many of you already know, not only was April 22nd Earth Day, but the entire month is Earth Month, the perfect time to take a moment and really think about the impact that we all have on the planet we all share -- and that we all rely on...

Protect Your Landscape From Wildlife Visitors

Spring means planting and a new buffet for the hungry wildlife that frequent your landscape. Protect your investment with a little preventative and ongoing care

Home & Garden Gift Guide - Garden 2011

A Garden Guide to expose you to great Garden Gift Ideas for those you love or for yourself!

In Conversation with Ian Hanington - Sharing Additional Information About Our Earth

Following an article I wrote about davidsuzuki.org, the official website of The David Suzuki Foundation, I had the chance to pose questions to Ian Hanington, the foundation's Communications & Editorial Specialist

The David Suzuki Foundation Review - Spotlight on Climate Change

With all of the information (and, unfortunately, some misinformation)out there regarding climate change, which is arguably one of the more serious issues we currently face, how can one to find information that is certain to be reliable?

Winter Blues in Your Backyard? - Attracting Songbirds Livens Lackluster Landscapes

Birds are the most accessible and abundant of wild creatures that live among us, and every home – apartment to estate – can offer them a safe way station to refuel

Giant Leafy Lessons - Colossal Cabbage Contest reaps huge yields

The national Bonnie Plants cabbage-growing program illustrates the best form of teaching… making learning fun and engaging

Low Water Gardening With Australian Natives

Leafing through home and garden magazines I’ve always been envious of the women in photos carrying bulging armloads of colorful blooms. What are they? Drought hardy, low-maintenance and surprisingly lush Australian natives

Fall Veggie Garden Review - Fall Upon Something Great

If you didn’t join the “grow your own” vegetables craze this spring, it’s not too late to join in. You can produce a bounty of vitamin-rich veggies from plot or pot to plate this fall, plus you’ll save a bundle by growing them yourself

Lawn Care Fall Story - May Your Landscape be Wonders Next Year

Summer is winding down and soon it will be time to drain the gas from the lawn mower and safely store the string trimmer. You may feel like summer yard work is done for another year. But don’t turn your back on your lawn just yet

Wood Street Farm Review - Growing Home Grows Food and People

Growing Home is an example of some of the best in Chicago, people working together to make lives better

The STIHL MS 210 C Chainsaw Review

Whether cutting firewood or felling small trees, the MS 210 C is an ideal chain saw for homeowners and occasional users. With the new Easy2Start system, these jobs can be completed easier right from the start.