What is Black Walnut Tree toxicity? A native Black Walnut tree produces toxic juglone in its roots to reduce competition from other plants and assure its survival. The juglone can persist…
What are Jumping Worms? What we know: Worms in general are alien to New England and until recently were not a concern. Some are considered a benefit! Not the…
When should I plant bulbs? Spring-flowering Bulbs (Daffodils, Hyacinth, Tulips, Crocus etc.) can be planted in the garden around the Berkshires from late September and while soil can still be…
What do we mean by ‘soil can be worked?’ In spring heavy snows can take a long time to melt and the soil even longer to drain. The phrase, “soil can be worked”, means…
What are the easiest vegetables to grow? If you are just getting started, don’t have much time to dedicate to gardening or are pretty sure you were not born with a green…
When is the first frost or last frost? You can determine your garden’s first frost by checking a thermometer to see if the temperature has dropped below 32 degrees and visibly seeing a…
Should I plant in containers, raised garden beds or in the ground? The answer to these gardening questions depends on your gardening situation. Most plants can be grown in containers, in raised garden beds or in the…