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Attention parents! The National Arbor Day Foundation is looking for your fifth grade student’s best tree-themed artwork to be submitted to the 16th annual Arbor Day National Poster Contest sponsored by Toyota. Kids are invited to create a poster around this year’s theme of “Trees are Terrific…and forests are too!”
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Fall is the time to repair summer-damaged, lackluster lawns and prepare for the winter season. Follow these four fast, simple fall lawn-care steps to promote a greener, better-looking, lush lawn next season.
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From playing baseball to driving, grilling to mowing the lawn, your Dad probably taught you many things in life. It’s often dear old dad who took you out in the yard, and showed you how to care for the lawn and mow the grass. Need a refresher course? Here is how to take care of your lawn the way Dad would want you to ... just like you remember from childhood.
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The birds are back … and unfortunately so are the squirrels. Serious birders and casual bird lovers alike know that when the squirrels move in there’s not often much left for the birds. It is possible, however, to provide for your feathered friends and keep squirrels out of the feeder.
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Warm weather means it’s an ideal time to redo or create a new outdoor living space that you can enjoy all summer. When designing your ideal backyard, add a new patio door to your plans to help bring the sunshine, fresh air and outdoor fun into your home.
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Fall is one of the most dangerous times of year for accidents involving do-it-yourselfers. Here are 7 tips that will help you stay safe as you trim trees, split logs, till the garden, etc.
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Nothing beats the flavor of a fresh-from-the-garden tomato; warmed by the sun, plucked right from the plant and eaten in the garden. More than 43 percent of U.S. households plan to experience this and the other benefits of homegrown fruits, vegetables and herbs this summer.
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