Ask a Master Gardener
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Ask a Master Gardener: Sustainable fall maintenance
When the air becomes cooler, and leaves begin to turn colors, it’s time to gear up for fall garden maintenance. Or is it?
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Ask a Master Gardener: The beautiful New England aster
An excellent choice to consider for late-season interest in your garden is the New England aster, a North American native plant with many benefits. When other plants start…
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Ask a Master Gardener: Call the garden helpline
Weeding is often a reality of summer landscape maintenance. Some people don’t mind weeding, some highly dislike it, and other people fall somewhere in between.
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Ask a Master Gardener: Tomato trivia!
We purchase them at the market. We dine on them in salads and sauces. Some of us indulge in the joy of growing our own at home, but…
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Ask a Master Gardener: Why you should test garden soils
Whether you are new to gardening, or have been growing your own vegetables for years, you probably understand the importance of getting your soil tested for nutrient levels…
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Ask a Master Gardener: Flowers in the veggie garden
There’s no denying they’re pretty, but did you know there are practical reasons to plant flowers among the vegetables in your garden?
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Ask a Master Gardener: How to make dyes from your garden
Are you looking for a fun gardening project to do with your children?
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Ask a Master Gardner: Make outdoor spaces work for you
As warmer weather approaches, it is a great time to consider how you use the outdoor spaces in your life. Whether you rent or own, use public land…
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Ask a Master Gardener: Chickens in the garden
There’s more to consider than fresh eggs when raising chickens at home. For gardeners, that includes keeping both chickens and plants safe and productive.
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Ask a Master Gardener: All about growing hellebores
If you’re looking for an early-blooming, low-maintenance plant for your garden, look no further. A hellebore just might check off several requirement boxes on your plant wish list.