Wood ashes can help raise soil pH levels, making them beneficial for acidic soils. This can improve nutrient availability for plants. They should not be used around plants that thrive in acidic soils ...
Shady areas in landscapes and gardens require plants that need or tolerate shade. If you need some ideas, attend the class “Some Shady Characters: Annuals and Perennials for Shady Sites” ...
Spring arrives March 20 — 58 days from today, and as you see, I’m eagerly counting the days! My seed catalogs, dog-eared and worn, have been perused intensely since the first of the year; seed orders ...