When we put together verdant, complex and beautiful landscapes in our backyards, we’re trying to imitate our own little slice […]
Author: Derek Lacey
Formerly the agriculture writer for the Hendersonville Times-News, Derek Lacey’s articles have appeared in U.S. News & World Report, The Charlotte Observer, News & Observer, and The State. He has won 15 awards from the North Carolina Press Association and GateHouse Media, for pieces ranging from news features and investigative reporting to photography and multimedia projects.
Worst Trees to Plant in Kansas City
The best time to plant a tree may be 20 years ago, but in Kansas City, it will never be […]
6 Best Trees to Plant in Kansas City
Trees are the focal points of any home landscape. They can be towering old oaks that lend legitimacy and shade […]
5 Hot Landscaping Trends in Raleigh
It’s no surprise that so many people are rallying around Raleigh. It’s the fastest-growing city in North Carolina, with a […]
Low-Maintenance Landscaping Ideas for Raleigh
A yard is an escape. It’s where families spend summer afternoons, where Dad fires up the grill, and where you […]
Reducing Plant Damage from Road Rock Salt
It’s a miracle-worker for road crews trying to keep highways clear of snow and ice, but once the cold breaks […]
5 Hot Landscaping Trends in Charlotte
Real estate is booming in the Queen City, as a burgeoning economy brings more and more people to the financial […]
How to Charge, Maintain Lawn Mower Batteries
Environmental consciousness and advances in electric mower performance are convincing more Americans to buy electric lawn mowers to replace their […]
How to Get Rid of Raccoons
They’re furry. Even cute. They’re pet-sized and adorable enough to earn nicknames like Trash Panda and Shuffle Cat. But raccoons […]
7 Stinging Caterpillars That Pack a Venomous Punch
You’ve protected against pests that can undermine your lawn, like rats and voles. You’ve kept the termites out and the […]