‘Bikes are the new toilet paper’ By Katy Savage As ski trails closed, and Vermonters were asked to stay home to help flatten the curve of infection, people have turned to biking— specifically, mountain biking. Several local store owners say […]
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State study: Vermont farmers’ markets offer affordable prices
One of the greatest barriers preventing consumers from purchasing local food at farmers’ markets is the perception that farmers’ markets are too expensive. Many consumers report that they avoid purchasing local food at direct marketing outlets, such as farmers’ markets, […]
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Grow your own carrots
By Dr. Leonard Perry Carrots are loved by many, useful in many recipes, nutritious, and they store well. They’re also one of the top 10 most economically important vegetable crops in the world. Follow a few tips, and carrots are […]
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Add color in the garden
By Dr. Leonard Perry As every gardener would agree, flowers provide color in the landscape. But it is an understanding of color and its uses that allows gardeners to make the most of their flowerbeds and to achieve pleasing results. […]
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Create a fairy garden for kids in just six steps
Submitted Fairy garden creation is a great way to get kids interested in gardening, while teaching them a useful skill such as how to grow and take care of plants. Gardening can be an enjoyable activity for adults and children […]
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Rutland Garden Club readies for coming plant sale, May 21
Courtesy of Rutland Garden Club A variety of plants are potted and perused by vendors at a previous plant sale. The Rutland Garden Club’s annual plant sale will take place Saturday, May 21 from 9 a.m. until all plants are […]
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Why honeybees need protection, and what you can do to help
Submitted Many bees need protection from pesticides and other threats. Honeybees flitting from flower to flower is one of the first signs that warm weather has arrived. Honeybees are a welcome presence in the garden, pollinating plants and contributing to […]
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Grass clippings can help you save on fertilizer this summer
(MS) According to Scotts®, a premier lawn seed and care company, grass clippings contain the same beneficial nutrients, including nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium, as fertilizer. Grass clippings can provide as much as one-third of the annual feeding requirement of your […]
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Tinmouth’s plant sale offers perennials in 32nd year
Saturday, May 7 at 8 a.m. — TINMOUTH — The 32nd annual Tinmouth plant sale will take place on Saturday, May 7 from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Old Firehouse. Viewing will be from 7:30 to 7:55 a.m. No sales will be made before 8 […]
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Improve indoor air quality all year long
Submitted Mopping after vacuuming can remove any lingering allergens and improve indoor air quality. (MS) As winter wears on, it’s not uncommon for people living in cold weather climates to experience some cabin fever. In addition to contributing to cabin […]