Garden
Looking Ahead to Spring
As gardening catalogues begin filling our mail and inboxes this month, we are motivated to think ahead to the spring planting season. Unfortunately, many of us will be faced with ...Read More
A Plant for All Seasons
“Are there any flowering shrubs I can grow under or at the edge of large deciduous trees?” is a familiar question I hear from long-time gardeners who have mature trees ...Read More
Hummingbirds!
Continuing last month’s column on attracting songbirds to the garden, the focus this month is on the special characteristics and needs of the enthralling Ruby-throated Hummingbird. There is not much that ...Read More
Garden Events Are Back!
It’s time to get gardening and fortunately, many time-honored events and tours are back to help you get started or inspired. May 1 Lititz Historical Foundation Plant Exchange Held in conjunction with the ...Read More
Attracting Birds to the Home Garden
Backyard birding has become America’s newest favorite hobby. For some, it’s a rediscovered pastime, while for others, it’s a newfound fascination. Regardless, birding – or birdwatching – provides people with ...Read More
Dig Into Some Gardening Books
It may be winter, but that doesn’t deter avid gardeners from finding a way to stay connected to the natural world. Many turn to books and spend the winter reading ...Read MoreWays to Help Honey Bees
Mild winters have been prompting honey bees to make an early appearance in our landscapes. When you’re adding new plants to your landscape this fall, be sure to include some ...Read More
A Break from the Headlines: Matt Barcaro’s Suburban Garden
As a news reporter and anchor for WGAL, Matt Barcaro’s job can be intense at times. From being on deadline to covering breaking stories, television news is a fast-paced, high-pressure ...Read More
