Holiday cacti are not only popular gift plants, but they are also the subject of frequent debate among gardeners. There appears to be much confusion about these unique tropical cacti regarding care, maintenance and, especially, on how to get them to re-bloom. While most folks just lump them all together as Christmas cactus, there are […]

Growing your own garden transplants from seed may take some extra work, but it does

Gardeners often ask, “When is the best time to cut back the dead tops of herbaceous perennials (stems die back to the ground each year)? Should we cut them in fall as the tops fade? Or wait until spring, just before new growth begins?” The answers depend, in part, on the specific plant and whether

During the holiday season many wonder whether their pets might be harmed if they

Temperatures are finally dropping and leaves are changing color. Before you know it winter will be here, and some people will be wondering is there anything to be done to better protect the trees around you?  The answer is yes, and I applaud you for your initiative to continue caring for your trees. To give

Are wasps beneficial to the garden? Should they be removed? Learn whether or not to remove a wasp nest, and if so, how to do it safely.

The shorter, cooler days of autumn signals trees to begin their color change and eventual leaf drop. For some, this marvel is overshadowed by the chores of raking and disposing of leaves. Autumn leaves don’t have to become trash! They easily can be turned into valuable soil-enhancing organic matter. There are several ways to manage

Does anyone know how to remove pesky, burrowing moles in the lawn? Have this answered by Purdue Plant and Pest Diagnostic Lab (PPDL)