Thursday, February 19, 2026
February gardening

Though few, February’s gardening tasks let gardeners get a head start on spring planting.
houseplants

There are simple ways to keep your plants healthy indoors until spring weather begins.
soil sample

A soil test will provide information about the nutrients as well as the pH level of your garden's soil.
homemade laundry detergent

Many cleaning companies have begun to offer natural versions of commercial cleansers as consumers gain eco-consciousness, but these cleaners can easily be made at home.
water faucet

If preventative steps aren’t taken, frozen pipes can still be thawed even when the thermometer only reaches to the single digits.
garden tools

Get a jump start on the gardening season by preparing your tools for spring planting.
dog in snow

Pets need the same amount of care during the winter as people do.
January garden

A successful spring garden requires advance planning that begins during the winter months.
resolutions

New Year's resolutions commonly go by the wayside before the end of January, but there are tips to tackle your goals for the new year.
seeds

After the hectic holiday has passed, gardeners will begin sorting through their big piles of seed catalogs to choose spring seed.