Tag: gardening
14 summer activities to teach kids about Ag
School is out for summer, but learning never stops. Check out these 14 summer activities to teach kids about nature and agriculture.
How to propagate succulents
Succulents are some of the easiest plants to propagate. Many of them can root and produce a new plant from a stem cutting, a division, an offset or a leaf.
Grow your own backyard berries
To grow your own backyard berries make an environment that supports plant health, choose cultivars well suited to the region and provide proper plant care.
D.C. hosts bonsai festival in May
The National Bonsai and Penjing Museum at the U.S. National Arboretum will host a World Bonsai Day Festival May 12 to 14.
How to plant a hummingbird garden
Hummingbird sightings don’t have to be a rare occurrence. An abundance of food, water, nesting sites and perches will attract them to your garden.
Measuring pesticides on produce
Media stories about pesticides may convince some consumers certain fruits and vegetables aren't safe. But what is the science behind the information?
Plant a Victory Garden
Planting modern victory gardens reduces food insecurity by improving access to healthy, nutritious food.
Understand hardiness zones before planting
One of the more important steps gardeners can take before spring arrives is to educate themselves about plant hardiness zones.
Wheel bug: Assassin bug in the garden
The assassin bug known as the wheel bug is one of the largest terrestrial true bugs in North America.
How to plant a prairie garden
A prairie is a natural-looking garden of native grasses and wildflowers. They are easy to establish, virtually maintenance free and attract pollinators.
