Gardening Farming
Posted on September 13, 2021
As we previously mentioned, September is a very busy harvest month, and in addition to being National Apple Month, it is also National Potato Month. And here’s a fun linguistics fact for you: The French word for apple is pomme . The French word for potato is pomme de terre , or apple of the earth. P...
Gardening Farming, Lifestyle
Posted on September 10, 2021
If you don’t grow your own, you can find an orchard near you through your county or region’s tourism site. September is known for a lot of things, with “back-to-school” generally getting most of the attention, but it’s also a great harvest month for a lot of tasty produce. The first harvest we’ll be...
Gardening Farming
Posted on August 3, 2021
Winter bok choy harvest, showing a row cover system. The Transformers toy line began in the mid-1980s. It described the battles of sentient, living robots that could turn into other forms, often animals and vehicles. Transformer greenhouses follow a similar idea – using their wood and plastic forms,...
Gardening Farming
Posted on August 3, 2021
Connecting with others also involved in youth gardening is now easier than ever. Photo courtesy of KidsGardening Kids introduced to gardening at a young age are more likely to become lifelong horticulture enthusiasts, and with more people gardening than ever, it’s a perfect time to get involved with...
Gardening Farming
Courtney Llewellyn 
August 5, 2026
Looking for a colorful, low maintenance plant that attracts pollinators? Consider smooth ironweed ( Vernonia fasciculata , which grows best in Zones 4...
Lifestyle
by Sam Mazotta 
August 3, 2026
Dear Paw's Corner: Walking around the farmers market this weekend, I confronted several people who brought their dogs into the market despite clear si...
Lifestyle
Andy Haman 
August 2, 2026
Home renovations are a significant part of homeownership. Naturally, people want to make their own personal marks on the homes they buy and ensure tha...
Andy Haman 
July 31, 2026
The phrase “dog days of summer” refers to the period between July 3 and Aug. 11. The Farmer’s Almanac notes the phrase refers to a period of time when...