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The surprising reason supermarkets sell flowers

That's no coincidence — there's a strategic decision behind those flowers' placement.

The 10 Worst Invasive Plants to Watch Out for in Your Region

Fantastic Fall Container Garden Ideas

Add beauty to your fall garden or landscape with these gorgeous container gardening ideas.

Can small-scale farmers grow a healthier Central Valley?

Small farms in California’s Central Valley could be helping soil bacteria and fungi, as well as attracting more pollinators.

Farmer turns used motorbike into one-of-a-kind tree elevator

Who needs to climb trees when you can just ride to the top of them? A farmer in Bantwal, India, used his background in science to create the ultimate tree-climbing tool. The device, made from a mot…

How to Prepare Your Garden for the First Frost

When it comes to protecting your plants, timing is everything.

Watering New Grass Seed and Seedlings

Learn how to care for your newly seeded lawn. Free advice from Allentuck Landscaping Co. Over 26 years of landscape excellence. 301-515-1900

Become an EMTree: Observe your plants to prevent problems

Insects and diseases can wreak havoc on your landscape plants, and in your woodlands. The damage can be unsightly and can become costly if not properly addressed. To help property owners identify and manage these issues, Iowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach in Woodbury, Dubuque, Polk, and Mahaska Counties and the ISU Extension and Outreach Plant and Insect Diagnostic Clinic are hosting three virtual statewide…

Deer Deterrents: Stop Deer from Eating Your Plants

What’s the best deer deterrent? Learn about the damage these animals cause, and how to stop deer from eating plants and flowers at Spring-Green.com.

How Agtech Companies Are Teaching Robots To Be Farmers

Agtech founders and VC backers talk whether automated robots are stealing jobs, plus the challenges of building AI and getting VC funding. Training an AI program is like training a three year old, one founder said.

Evergreen Trees for Screens, Buffers and Hedges

This article provides helpful tips for selecting and planting trees for a screen, buffer or hedge planting

Choosing the right shrubs

Few gardeners are lucky enough to have perfect growing conditions: deep, well-drained, fertile soil that never dries out, a sheltered, sunny situation, and a mild climate with plenty of regular rai…

Planting Herbs that Attract Honey Bees

Planting herbs that attract honey bees is something anyone can do. You don't have to keep bees to plant for them. You may not have a large plot of land for

Olive industry puts down roots along Central Coast

On a bright, crisp November morning, Myrna Meisler thrusts her arms deep into an olive tree, stripping small, oval purple-black fruit off of silvery green boughs with quick yet careful strokes.

Tips for planting trees during the fall

If you put away your tree planting gloves for the year, you might want to pull them back out.

Selecting, Planting & Caring for Your Trees

Selecting Your Tree You’ve heard it said before, planting a tree is a simple yet powerful act. While that’s true, your commitment should make the biggest impact possible. So, before you plant, take a look at these important resources. Tree ID: Urban Tree Key – This is a resource to help you identify tree species by asking you a few observational question about the tree. In addition Dr. Matt Ritter published a book, “A Californian’s Guide to the Trees Among Us.” This book…

Add Perennials To Beautify Your Landscape

Adam Bachman, of Bachman's Floral, explains (3:07). WCCO Mid-Morning - October 3, 2019