The number of monarch butterflies worldwide has dropped by 90 percent in less than a quarter-century. Climate change, habitat loss, and pesticide use are believed to be largely responsible for this precipitous drop. These butterflies may soon be on the Endangered Species list. But the...
Ohio is a surprisingly good climate for raising berries. Here are three types of berries you can grow in your own backyard, and what you need for each. Strawberries Light: Full sun When to plant: You should set the roots in a deep trench, vertically....
Tree pests are the worst. Unfortunately, your beautiful, lush trees may fall victim to some of these homicidal insects. Sadly, it’s one of the most common challenges that face tree-owning homeowners. Here are three of the most common tree plaguing pests. Stay vigilant, and protect...
If you’re hoping to add a new tree to your Cincinnati yard, but you don’t yet have a particular variety in mind, these four trees do especially well in the yards of southern Ohio. In general, they are hardy, beautiful, and low maintenance. If you...
In early 2020, heavy rain caused a severe mudslide near Chattanooga, Tennessee. One area near Signal Mountain Road was declared “unstable” by the Chattanooga Fire Department. An embarkment appeared to be on the verge of collapse, threatening a whole field of mobile homes in a...
Short Answer: Late Fall, Winter, or Very Early Spring The smartest time to work on your trees is when they are in their dormant stage, meaning they aren’t actively growing, producing fruit, or maintaining leaves. In the late fall and winter, most trees go into...
