The Vassar Arboretum is a collection of 230 species of trees gracing the 1,000-acre campus of Vassar College in Poughkeepsie. Ever since the Vassar class of 1868 dedicated a Swamp White Oak as its ...
Beware - myths return as organic gardening goes mainstream
Looking back over the last 25 years of my career as a “green thumb,” I now firmly believe history repeats itself. While the new rage is all about organic gardening, sustainability and ...
Weather refusing to cooperate? Try hydroponic gardening indoors
For my fellow gardeners who have been following my attempts to extend and add on to my vegetable garden, I almost threw in the proverbial towel today. You see, I have no tolerance for fortune tell...
Consider basic elements when decorating your outdoor room
The process and elements in designing an outdoor room are actually no different than that of an indoor room. There are walls, floor, ceiling, furniture and accessories, so to speak. You still nee...