Posts by Karsen

When it comes to maintaining a local pond, there are a lot of things to worry about--litter, pond scum, invasive species, pests...It’s a lot to take in. One of the most common ways to clean up a...

Almost nothing is worse than realizing you have tons of pests in your garden. It might seem like a praying mantis is nothing but another type of pest, but they can actually be quite helpful. There...

Gardening and botany are two hobbies that revolve around being very gentle when caring for other lifeforms--especially those that are not even beginning to blossom yet. If you are trying to grow...

Flowers are a great source of food for pollinators and other beneficial insects in a garden. However, some flowers can also be tasty morsels for humans, too! Besides being beautiful centerpieces in a...

If you live in an area where it gets hotter than hot during the summer months, then you’ve probably invested in a swamp cooler. They supply you with crisp, refreshing air without the outrageous...

Whether it is for Halloween Jack-o-Lanterns or baking pies from scratch, growing your own pumpkins is fun to do. Depending on where you live, you may be wondering if your weather is suited for...