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The basics of container gardening

Gardening is a rewarding hobby that has been linked to health benefits like reduced stress and improved mental well-being.Gardening also can lead to an inviting home landscape full of attractive blooms and/or delicious foods.Backyard gardens have long been planted after clearing a plot of land, ...

How to corral a crabgrass infestation

A well-manicured lawn adds undeniable curb appeal to a property.Homeowners who take pride in their lawns should know that they can take that pride all the way to the bank, as investing in a pristine lawn can provide a significant return at resale.A 2019 report from the real estate experts at ...

Tech to make gardening more fun

Many people take to the great outdoors to escape the increasingly tech-driven daily grind.Though thatĢƵ an understandable perspective, gardeners who aren’t deploying tech in their home gardens could be missing out on a host of benefits that could help their plants, flowers and vegetables ...

After a two-year pause due to the pandemic, the Fayette County Master Gardeners will be hosting their annual plant sale on Saturday, May 14 at the Fayette County Fairgrounds.The sale will be open from 9 a.m. to noon at the 4-H building just inside the main gate.Every year, the master gardeners ...

Virtually everyone knows recycling helps promote more sustainable living. A lesser known but effective way to keep materials out of the landfill is upcycling.When items get recycled, they’re generally broken down and the materials are used to create other products. For example, glass can be ...

A tree planting guide

A rally cry against climate change, “Now is the Time for Trees” is an inspirational and informative guide that explains the important role trees can play in preserving the environment.Author Dan Lambe, CEO of the Arbor Day Foundation, offers compelling reasons to plant more trees while ...