Deciding which perennials to divide in the fall
When deciding which plants to divide in the fall, there are a few hard and fast rules to follow. Find out which plants you should divide this fall.
How to make wood stain from black walnut hulls
The natural pigment black walnuts leave behind makes them ideal for staining wood. Learn three different methods to make wood stain from black walnut hulls.
How to fill your garden with fall colors
Everyone goes chrysanthemum, aster and goldenrod crazy in the fall, but there are so many more choices to add fall color to your flower garden.
How to help Monarch butterflies survive migration
Help migrating Monarch butterflies by adding nectar-producing plants to your landscape, providing a steady supply of nectar all summer and into fall.
How to help your garden survive hot weather
Hot weather can stress even the most heat tolerant plants. Your garden will need special care to survive extended dry periods and heat waves.
How to plant a Pennsylvania wildflower garden
If planted properly, wildflower gardens can positively impact a local ecosystem. Learn how to select and plant native Pennsylvania wildflowers.
How to find blackberries, black raspberries and black dewberries
Learn how to find, identify and harvest black raspberries, black dewberries and blackberries throughout the summer.
How to keep snakes out of your house, away from your yard
Make your home less habitable for snakes and they will slither out the same way they came in. Learn how to deter snakes with these landscaping practices.
Everything you need to know about pickling cucumbers
Learn to properly pickle cucumbers to ensure safe preservation and optimum taste.
How to reduce your dog’s risk of getting, giving poison ivy
Dogs can't get poison ivy. Or can they? Some dogs are affected when exposed to poison ivy. Learn how to identify the symptoms and treat it accordingly.
