An Urban Garden Work of Art
This Lawrenceville garden is an uban oasis, filled with wonderful plants.
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Tribute to Pearl With a Pearl Bush: A Memorial Garden to Honor Loved Ones
May 5, 2021 When I posted a picture of my pearl bush (Exochorda) in full bloom on my Facebook page, Karen Tarr commented, “OMG, I have one blooming in honor of my mom, whose name was Pearl. Love the bush.” I reached out to Tarr,…
Testing for Doug’s Free Seed Shack at Hahn Nursery
I’ve converted old newspaper sales boxes into Doug’s Free Seed Shacks. Most of them will be placed in under served communities to give residents access to seeds for food and flowers. I’ve got one filled with seeds right now at Hahn Nursery in Ross. I’d…
Surprise Spring Cold Snap Tested Pittsburgh Gardens
Most plants shook off a recent cold snap. Here’s a list of plants and when to get them in the ground.
Davey Planting Project offers free seeds through Talking Trees podcast.
Trees are the answer! Get your free tree seeds and get planting!
Everything You Need to Know About Growing A Lush, Organic Lawn
Don’t believe the “Great Lawn Lie.” Nothing will outgrow grass when it’s happy. Organic lawns are safe for all of us.
Talking Trees podcast: Teaching kids the importance of trees
Teaching kids the importance of trees is a valuable lesson for children.
Planting Peas and Other Early-Spring Crops to Start on now
St. Patrick’s Day signals the start of planting, but there’s still plenty of time to get seeds and plants in the ground.