Plants for Hummingbirds

“The daily hummingbird assaults existence with improbability.”– Ursula K. Le Guin Not only captivating to look at, hummingbirds have been a favorite of gardeners for centuries for their helpful pollinating

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Plant a Tree for Arbor Day

“The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago. The second best time is now.”– African Proverb Every year as the snow melts and the ground thaws, the world

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Keep Your Plants Happy While You’re Away

You definitely deserve a vacation. If you’re planning a trip this summer be sure not to forget your plants! Houseplants and flowerpots need regular watering especially in hot weather, and

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Create An Educational Garden

By R. Wayne Mezitt We’re all becoming increasingly aware that we need to find ways to reconnect with the natural world. Understanding and appreciating nature helps ensure that future generations

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Composting Basics

“Nothing is lost, everything is transformed.” Antoine Lavoisier Whether you buy it bagged, have it delivered in bulk, or make your own, compost is one of the simplest and most

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Beneficial Insects

“Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were big things.” – Robert Brault Most gardeners have become at least a little familiar with some

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Hibiscus Plant Care

“When words escape, flowers speak.” Bruce W. Currie You aren’t alone if this winter has left you dreaming of a tropical, sun-soaked getaway. Running away to an island to forget

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Gifts for Garden Moms

“Mothers are flowers in the garden of life.” Whether Mom is a master gardener or simply has a penchant for pretty flowers, we have plenty of inspiring garden gifts that

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Lilacs For Your Yard

By R. Wayne Mezitt Among the most familiar and most admired of New England’s spring flowering shrubs are the Lilacs (Syringa). Early Colonial settlers even prior to the 1700’s began

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