Friday, April 26, 2024

Learn to conquer the creepy critters that rule summer and squash the tick uprising for good.
A field of pumpkins stacked in hay.

Not all pumpkins have the same shelf life. Here are a few telltale signs of a healthy pumpkin to look for when choosing one for a jack o'lantern this fall.
Eastern White Pine

Learn how to grow your own native Christmas tree to plant at the end of the season to benefit wildlife and improve the ecosystem in your backyard.

To see warblers, concentrate on their habitat — old fields, forest edges, woods, and country roads. If there's a stream nearby, that's even better.
Beagles hunting

With Ohio's deer season winding down, now is a good time to go after another game animal: cottontail rabbit.
cucumbers

An abundance of cucumbers can be safely preserved for long-term storage by making freezer pickles. Learn how it works and how to make your first batch.
houseplants collage

Although caring for indoor plants is similar to outdoor plants, houseplants require a few special considerations.
raspberry bush

When they are given proper growing conditions and care raspberry bushes can have prolific yields. Learn how to successfully plant raspberry bushes.
piglets

Making sure equipment and pens are ready ahead of time means less stress on you and the animal.
impatiens

Getting the most out of annuals year after year requires choosing the right plants, finding the right location and using the proper planting techniques.