Mowing can be a hassle, especially if you have a large lawn. You might have seen — and envied — […]
Author: Rosie Wolf Williams
Rosie Wolf Williams has kept bees, grown vegetables and flowers for farmers markets, and never misses an opportunity to have a conversation with an interesting tree.
Mowing Height Debate: Last Mow of the Season Low?
There has long been a debate on the best height to cut the grass when it comes to the final […]
Can You Eat Garden Snails?
You’ve probably seen them: brown garden snails chewing irregular holes in your garden’s greenery, as well as fruit, and leaving […]
Grazing Goats Can Give Wildfires the Brush-Off
When the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library needed to clear weeds and brush from a hillside, passers-by didn’t hear the sound […]
Trimming Trees on a Property Line: What Are Your Rights? Your Neighbor’s?
That massive oak tree is breathtaking, but its overhanging branches are damaging the shingles on your home’s roof. You want […]
Köppen Climate Classification: How to Use the Other Plant Map
When you have a question about landscaping in your geographical area, you might consult the Farmer’s Almanac for planting charts or frost […]
Front Yard Tree Placement: How to Pick, Plant Showpiece Trees
When creating a visually stunning front lawn, the trees you choose play a crucial role. After all, your front yard […]
How to Add Stripes to Your Lawn Like a Pro
Do you get “green-eyed” when you view the perfectly cut stripes on a soccer field or ballpark? If alternating lines, […]
Wholly Into Grass Rollers? Regular Lawns Rarely Need Them
You’ve probably seen lawn rollers — those heavy-duty barrels that look like spare parts from Fred Flintstone’s car. Maybe you […]
How to Grow Grass in the Shade
We’re not just throwing shade — grass can look dismal under a tree. Overcast areas created by trees, shrubs, and […]