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Test your soil before composting

Q. How much compost should I add to my vegetable garden? Michelle from Poland A. It depends on

By Sheila Cubick OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer canfield Favorite plants and trees are

Better tomatoes Early blight is the most common disease. Prevent infection by mulching tomatoes to

Large, green and invasive! Those large green plants on the edge of your property might be

The first part of our Birding 101 series.

Before you begin your garden, perhaps I can save you some frustration so you can grow the best crops possible.

By Jim Thornton Ohio certified volunteer naturalist Canfield The opportunities for a quick

Q. What kind of tick is this? Sharon from Canfield A. Sharon brought in a good specimen that was

Adding organic matter Many soil tests for lawns show a need to improve the organic matter content.

Should you deadhead flowers? Yes. By deadheading, you divert energy from seed production back to

Hydrangea School When: Today, 6-8:30 p.m. What: Learn how to get your hydrangeas to bloom, or

Fungi in your mulch? While not harmful to plants, these mushrooms can be a sign of too much mulch

Lead in soil If you are growing edible vegetables or working in a garden where an old house used

By Stephanie Hughes OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer This year we have studied, laid out our

By Lillian Quaranta OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer How many times have you fallen in love