Bed bugs — these nasty little critters are one of the well-known intruders to homeowners. Often, they can be spotted on your bed, under your mattress, on your couch.  But can bed bugs live outside, in your lawn? This article will answer this and other common pest control questions.  Why Do Bed Bugs Usually Live […]

Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) is a large tree that is also known as a conker tree. It originates from the Balkan Peninsula in Eastern Europe but it’s native to other parts of Europe and Russia as well. Nowadays, the tree is cultivated in countries with a temperate climate in the Northern hemisphere. Despite its name, […]

You’ve most likely stumbled across this article because you’re feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed. The pressures of modern life — our digital lives, the demands of making a living, can all have a negative effect on mental health. Have you thought of gardening for mental health? There are a number of benefits of gardening when […]

You love having a thick, green lawn, but you dread your summer water bills. And the minute water restrictions begin during a drought, it can all feel like money down the drain. What if you could turn off the tap and rest easy knowing that your grass won’t wither and brown under a little dry […]

Wondering what to plant to get the most out of your yard? The right grass, shrubs, flowers, and other greenery depend heavily on the type of soil you have. That’s right, not all turf is created equally! Soil is more than just dirt. While the makeup changes with locations and there are different soil textures, […]

There’s no place like home … to injure yourself. In much the same way that most car accidents take place within five miles of home, most of our injuries take place on our own properties. As people head outside to embark on various projects, some will end in aches, sprains, and worse. Here’s a list […]