Here in Pennsylvania, we have had an unexpectedly warm winter this year. Despite the absence of snow and ice, I know that countless salt trucks are anxiously waiting to defend us against these frozen foes. In 1941, New Hampshire was the first highway department to start using salt as a…
Have you ever wondered what happens to all of the insects over the winter? Similar to warm-blooded animals, many cold-blooded creatures seek shelter or migrate long distances in order to survive. While many gardeners attempt to attract beneficial insects the rest of the year, they often overlook the importance of…
This year, many of us will enjoy a sweet tasting tuber with our traditional Thanksgiving meal. Although the sweet potato (I. batatas) originated in the tropics of Central or South America, it was rarely used by native people living in cooler regions of North America. Blue Camas (Camassia quamash), a…
