September, October, and November – just thinking of the months of autumn brings to mind cozy sweaters, pumpkin carving, crackling fireplaces, and gorgeous fall colors on the trees. In terms of great foliage displays, not all trees are created equally. Some types have consistently brighter,...
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....
We all know that plants love water. Too much water, though, and your plants can suffer. There are some situations (floods, for example) where it’s obvious that excess water can be a problem for plants or trees in your yard and garden. Any time plants...
