As the weather warms, more people are making trips to their local trails and parks. Some family vacations might be almost exclusively camping trips. Remember the saying: “Let’s leave this place a little bit better than we found it?” People often backpack more than camp, and it does not always feel possible to leave a campsite [...]
Mulch is important throughout the year for shrubs, trees, and perennial beds—even if the plants are dormant. But what do you do with old mulch that had been left on top of annual flower beds or vegetable beds during the winter? The plants have died due to neglect or frost and the food crop has been harvested. Is [...]
Most people apply a dose of lawn fertilizer in the spring, followed by one or two more applications during the growing season. If you are going to fertilize your lawn, do not do it too early in the season. The best time for that first application is late spring, just as the green grass is beginning to grow [...]
When spring is in the air, the first crocuses and daffodils appear to mark the coming of the season. These early signs also tell to you that it's time to get your lawn ready. The exact timing of lawn care tasks depends upon the climate in your region. If you get snow in your area, start when you [...]
Let’s be honest, deep cleaning your home is a lot like exercising. You know you’ll be thrilled you did it when it’s over, but right now, the entire concept just sounds overwhelming, exhausting, and frankly, a bit intimidating. But, spring cleaning doesn't have to be laborious—we promise. A little planning before starting to clean will eliminate many headaches [...]
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