Chances are if you live in the North and buy a tree, the nursery staff will recommend you wrap its […]
Author: Amanda Shiffler
Most comfortable with soil under her fingernails, Amanda has an enthusiasm for gardening, agriculture, and all things plant-related. With a master's degree in agriculture and more than a decade of experience gardening and tending to her lawn, she combines her plant knowledge and knack for writing to share what she knows and loves.
A Guide to Planting Fruit Trees
Having fruit trees is a great perk of owning a backyard. And having a guide to planting fruit trees in […]
When, Why, How to Prune Apple Trees
Pumpkin spice? Pffffftttt. I can take it or leave it. For me, fall means fresh-picked apples turned into mile-high pies […]
Grass Clippings Can Sicken Horses, Pets, Livestock
Cows eat grass. Horses graze on grass in pastures. Once in a while, even your pooch snacks on lawn greenery. […]
Friable Loam: The Ideal Lawn Soil and How to Get It
Dirt is dirt, right? It gets under your nails, it gets tracked into your house, and it creates a lot […]
Planting Bulbs in Fall: What to Plant, When, and How
Fall’s arrival makes many of us feel sad that our gardening season is nearly over. But it doesn’t have to […]
Guide to Growing Grass in the Transition Zone
The transition zone is the growing area across the middle of the U.S., one between the warm area in the […]
Applying Post-Emergent Herbicides to Your Lawn
They’re b-a-a-c-k! Those pesky weeds. Now that they’re making a mess of your lawn, it’s time to apply a post-emergent […]
Composting 101: How to Start Composting
If you are new to gardening or lawn care, you’ve likely encountered the word composting. Experienced gardeners know how beneficial […]
Topdressing a Lawn: The Benefits and How to Do It
Upon first thought, it seems somewhat absurd to spread a layer of compost or sand over your grass. After all, […]