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Watch out for poisonous plants in Ohio
Poison hemlock and wild parsnip infestations are thriving in Ohio this year. Now is the time to learn how to identify and manage these two dangerous plants.
Watch out for weeds that injure
LAWRENCE, Kan. — If you’re tempted to get outside and prepare your flowerbeds for the onset of summer, make certain you’re prepared. You may run into weeds that can irritate or blister your skin. Well-known garden plants such as carrots, parsnip and dill have cousins with some nasty characteristics. Giant hogweed (Heracleum mantegazzianum), common hogweed
Poison hemlock grows as threat in newly urbanized areas
Poison hemlock has become one of the most prevalent weeds in Ohio, especially along highways.
What’s in these fields of yellow?
There are several plant species with yellow blooms around this time of year, so you need to take a closer look to know what you are dealing with.
A home gardener’s guide to crop rotation
Crop rotation helps replenish soil, improves yields and prevents pests and diseases in the home garden. Learn the basics of rotating crops by plant family.
You don’t need a root cellar to store food
Fall is the time to store the food that’s taken all year to produce. Indoor, in-place and buried container food storage systems are practical and affordable alternatives to the traditional root cellar.
How to eat seasonally this winter
This winter, take advantage of the fruits and vegetables that are in season.
How to eat seasonally this fall
This fall, take advantage of the season’s variety of fresh fruits and vegetables.
All in the plant family: vegetable classification and cultivation
Vegetable plants in the same family have similar characteristics. Familiarity with plant families gives gardeners keen insight to plants’ unique needs.
3 simple tips for a healthier New Year
Adopting healthy eating habits and exercising more does not have to be extreme. Try these three simple tips to meet your goals in 2019.
