The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has declared April to be “National Gardening Month,” and Vermont has much to celebrate. Although garden season gets a later start in Vermont (May or June is more like it!), our state has […]
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How to spot an unhealthy tree
Submitted Unhealthy trees may need to be removed from a property before they cause significant damage. Perhaps because they can live for so many years, trees have a way of falling down homeowners’ landscaping priority lists. Trees also tend to […]
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Pruning trees a job best left to the pros
Submitted With the right tools for the job, a professional can prune your trees safely and efficiently. Bountiful, healthy trees can be beautiful to behold and important contributors to a thriving environment. According to American Forests, a nonprofit conservation organization, […]
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Cavendish to host workshop on composting
Thursday, May 14 at 6 p.m. — CAVENDISH — It’s great for the garden and it’s great for the lawn. Also, composting is soon to be the law. The Vermont State Legislature has passed comprehensive recycling legislation that includes mandatory rules on […]
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Green Mountain Power to offer Tesla home battery
Rutland customers will be first to receive Powerwall storage technology RUTLAND—Green Mountain Power recently announce that it will be one of the first energy companies in the country to offer Tesla’s new home battery, the Powerwall, to customers. Tesla, best […]
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Proper lifting techniques offered for gardeners
Dr. Leonard Perry, Horticulture Professor, UVM Back injuries are the second most common of injuries, only to fingers and hands. Most back injuries come from improper lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, and carrying—all activities we perform in the garden. Here are […]
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Maintaining clean bird feeders and bird baths essential to avian health
Submitted Providing food for avian friends is a great way to create a bird-friendly environment; just be sure to keep feeders clean to keep bird healthy. Organizations like the Audobon Society help provide tips for homeowners. Bird watching is a […]