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Is fall the best time to plant trees and shrubs?

Is fall the best time to plant trees and shrubs? It depends on the type of tree, the root


Naturalist Hike

Naturalist Hike When: Saturday, 1-2:30 p.m. What: Enjoy an afternoon hike to the Lily Pond with


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This hibiscus is hardy in our winters

By Marilyn McKinley OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer CANFIELD Looking for a late summer


Fall allergies: Goldenrod takes blame but ragweed is culprit

By Eileen W. Novotny Master gardener volunteer 2018 Intern Fall is in the air. Achoo! Growing


Mulching is important in the fall

Q. A master gardener told me that I should mulch in fall. Is this true? Lynn from Austintown A.


Plant mums early Mums are the signature fall plant. If you want them to overwinter and provide color

Plant mums early Mums are the signature fall plant. If you want them to overwinter and provide color


Try asters for fall color

Try asters for fall color Asters are an underutilized plant in the landscape. There are many


Perennials for Your Garden!

Perennials for Your Garden! When: Now through Monday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. What: Join the master


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Hummingbird moths pollinate like bees

These plump flyers sound, pollinate like bees MORE ONLINE To see some pictures and view more


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Bald eagle pair highlight of Berlin Lake summer

By David Campana Ohio certified volunteer naturalist As a passive observer of our feathered


Plant’s weird deformity is fasciation

Q. I have a weird deformity on my plant. I’m wondering if it’s a disease and if I should get rid of


Time to plant perennials

Time to plant perennials Fall is a great time to plant perennials, but do it before Oct. 1 and


Garden cover crops

Garden cover crops It won’t be long until we need to clean up the garden for the season. Plan now


Botanical Mornings

Botanical Mornings When: Friday, 9-10 a.m. What: Discover the progress of seasons at Fellows


Spend evenings in a fragrant garden

By Marilyn McKinley OSU master gardener volunteer Sit back, feet up, relax. Imagine – it’s a