You love to garden, and more often that not, you end up with more produce than you can use. You give away much of the excess. Yet there always seems to be some left, tomatoes, in particular. Lucky for you, there are lot of recipes that call for tomatoes. Here are some you might want […]

Every spring as temperatures heat up and the ground begins to thaw, excitement grows. People can’t wait to get outside, some to play, others to work in their lawn and garden. For those who would rather play ball, take a hike or camp out, understanding why others would rather dig around in the dirt can […]

Gardens are a prime target for pests of all kinds—beetles, caterpillars, ladybugs, maggots, worms and more. If you prefer more organic methods of pest control, read on. One of the best ways to keep pests out of plants and let the light and water in is to use floating row covers. Made of porous polyester […]

Have you ever been to a Zen garden? The Japanese rock gardens are intended to be a peaceful refuge and therefore are very streamlined with carefully arranged elements on a base of sand or gravel. Zen gardens tend to be small and are often surrounded by a wall with a place for visitors to sit […]

Live in a high-rise complex in the middle of a bustling city, and trees probably weigh little on your mind. Live in a suburban home amid beautifully landscaped lawns, and trees probably mean a great deal to you. If you have some trees in your landscape, here are some tips to ensure they stay healthy […]

Lots to Gardens is a youth and community driven program of St. Mary’s Nutrition Center that uses sustainable urban gardening to provide opportunities for people to grow their own food, create access to affordable fresh food and to involve youth as leaders in building a healthy community. The program helps families develop skills and build […]

It’s spring – though most days still don’t feel like it. So what do you do when you’re craving some spring flowers and budding trees and warmth and sun in order to thaw out the last remnants of winter? Why you take a road trip to the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay. The gardens […]

It’s not the most pleasant summer chore, but it’s got to be done. Neglect it, and you’re sure to have critters and complaints. It’s lawn mowing, and there is a right way and a wrong way to do it. Read on to find out if you are mowing your lawn in the best way possible. […]

Almost anything that can hold soil and plants can be used for a container garden. Consider these options: • Aquariums • Baby buggies • Barrels • Baskets • Bathtubs • Boots and shoes • Bottles • Bowls • Buckets • Cans • Chairs • Coffee mugs • Colanders • Cradles • Crates • Cups • […]