Fall Is For Planting Shade Trees
How many of us remember growing up, lying under a shade tree with our back against the trunk, chewing on a piece of grass, reading a book or just sleeping? In addition to great memories, trees bring beauty to all landscapes, and the right tree…
Why We Need Bats
Bats play a very important role in many places around the world. There are plants that depend partly or wholly on bats to pollinate and or spread the seeds of the plant. There are other bats which assist in pest control by eating up to…
History Of The Christmas Wreath
Perhaps the most popular holiday decorations is the Christmas Wreath. Christmas Wreaths are used in many different ways and in different settings. It is common to see them on the stairway, hanging on walls or doors, or even as a centerpiece on a table. From…
The Legend of Saint Nicholas
The Legend Of St. Nicholas AKA Santa Claus The legend of Santa Claus can be traced back hundreds of years to a monk named St. Nicholas. Nicholas was born sometime around 280 A.D. in Patara, near Myra in modern-day Turkey. Admired for his piety and…
A Slice of Advice: The Best Tomatoes for your Garden
There are more than 700 kinds of tomatoes to choose from, so let’s just review the basic types. Take a look at this short list of just a few to see how many you know and love (and are in your garden) Globe: Big, round…