As a newcomer to home landscapes in the Pacific Northwest (PNW), the European paper wasp has a reputation for being both a beneficial predator and a pest. The European paper wasp is a relatively tame ...
Easy to implement and calming to body and mind: whether enjoying fresh air or working hands into soil, the health benefits of gardening are widely recognized. ...
Provides general rules for training, pruning, and limb bending, and explains open-center, central-leader, and espalier training. Download free PDF below.
Explains the terms associated with applying turfgrass seed and provides tables that list scientifically tested differences in seeding rates for the cultivars most suited to specific areas of Washingto ...
This fact sheet covers the benefits of using arborist wood chips as mulch in the home landscape. Gardener's will learn about mulch pests and disease, and safety issues.
Biosolids are a recyclable organic material produced in municipal wastewater treatment plants that can be used as fertilizer for gardens and landscapes.
Speculation abounds, but this pub examines the science behind the use of coffee grounds in home gardens and landscapes and provides appropriate recommendations.