Gardening Tips
Still Time to Create a Beautiful Container Garden
Start with a hardy perennial with beautiful foliage. Transplant it into a large container. Add summer annuals (on sale everywhere in July) and Voila! Beauty for this season and the beginning of next spring. Adding hardy perennials gives a base to a container planting that you intend to have for many seasons. Pick one with … Read more
Dr Barkman’s DIY Deer Repellent
Dr Todd Barkman, professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Western Michigan University,shares his deer repellent recipe with us.
Having a Healthy Lawn While Being Environmentally Sound
April Environmental Report written by Denise Clegg My husband has often said he didn’t go to college to be a grass farmer. However, much of his leisure time is spent taking care of the lawn. The perfect lawn is not a priority in retirement. So, I’m hoping that I can impart some wisdom from the … Read more
