As the weather gets colder, so will your screened-in porch–– unless you step in to keep out the cold air! Luckily, […]
Author: Annie Parnell
Originally from the Washington, D.C., area, Annie Parnell is a freelance writer and audio producer based in Richmond, Virginia. She is passionate about gardening, outdoor recreation, sustainability, and all things music and pop culture.
8 Ways to Encourage Biodiversity in Your Yard
As homeowners search for organic solutions to benefit their lawns and ecosystems, adding biodiversity to the lawn can do both […]
How to Get Rid of Chiggers in Your Yard
Have you ever had a fun day outside, only to find your ankles covered in itchy red bumps? You may […]
Red Thread and Pink Patch: What They Are and How to Get Rid of Them
If you’re seeing patches of withering grass in your yard with a tell-tale pinkish tint, the common fungal lawn diseases […]
4-Course Guide to Edible Flowers for Your Garden
Along with the radishes and chives in your vegetable garden and flowering fruit trees like apples and artichokes, your flower […]
What is Fairy Ring and How to Get Rid of It
While you tend to your lawn this spring, you may discover a mysterious ring of grass or mushrooms in your […]
How to Control Nutsedge in Your Yard
When you see clumps of grass-like weeds taking over your lawn, your first thought might be crabgrass. A closer look […]
How to Grow Mushrooms In Your Yard
If you’ve been eyeing the mushrooms at the grocery store and searching for a more fun and frugal option than […]
How to Build a Pollinator Garden
Creating a pollinator-friendly garden is one of the easiest and most important ways to help pollinator species thrive. Populations of […]
How to Make Your Own Fertilizer at Home
Fertilizer prices have skyrocketed recently, leaving many homeowners wondering how to save money and prepare their own plant food. At […]