Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Photo Credit: iStock A lot of damage can occur in 12 days away from your garden, even if you hire someone to take over. A ...

A boxwood alternative that blooms, a willow with silvery foliage, and another slew of new-twist hydrangeas are among the most interesting trees and shrubs debuting in the 2026 growing season. Growers, ...

GLADWINResidents call their local government office for a variety of reasons, but one issue that comes up consistently is blight.“It’s a very big topic,” said Gladwin City Administrator Kimberly Hines ...

I’ve grown Queen potatoes for years and really love their taste and floury texture, but I hate having to spray them against blight. Are there any other more blight-resistant varieties that you’d ...

A lot of damage can occur in 12 days away from your garden, even if you hire someone to take over. A homeowner's unexpected experience with a plant sitter provided a cautionary tale on the r/gardening ...

If your boxwood shrubs look brown, brittle or scorched after winter, you’re not alone. This common issue, known as winter burn, can make healthy boxwood appear dead almost overnight. Fortunately, ...

This project investigated the potential for design interventions on vacant lots to support the provision of ecosystem services to nearby residents. Many urban neighborhoods struggle with excessive ...

LUCAS COUNTY, Ohio — People in northwest Ohio may remember attempts to stop the spread of the Emerald Ash Borer in the early 2000s when Ash trees across the region were cut down. Most are familiar ...

Re “County job growth slows in 2025, lowest since pandemic” (Jan. 24): Are the city’s leaders guiding widespread blight? The city encouraged new office buildings downtown, but as recognized by the ...