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Be a kid in the garden
Published on February 7, 2017
Gardens and the plants in them are very cool. Sometimes you just have to look closely and discover your garden from a kid’s view. -
The White House Christmas tree
Published on December 14, 2016
Facts and history behind the Christmas trees in the White House. -
Making college and career connections for youth involved in community gardening
Published on December 9, 2016
As youth participate in community gardens, make an effort to incorporate a college visit to connect them to a college major and career in horticulture and other career fields. -
How did evergreen trees become a symbol for Christmas?
Published on December 6, 2016
A brief history on using evergreens as Christmas trees and what they symbolized. -
Real Christmas trees: History, facts and environmental impacts
Published on December 2, 2016
Fun facts about real Christmas trees production and their impact on the environment. -
Christmas trees and the science behind them
Published on November 29, 2016
Fun facts about the science of conifers, a symbol of the Christmas holiday. -
Jerusalem artichokes: Tasty and versatile
Published on October 31, 2016
Despite its’ name, Jerusalem artichokes have no connection to Jerusalem and are not an artichoke, but they are very versatile and good to eat. -
Cranberry harvest in Michigan
Published on October 21, 2016
What I learned about harvesting cranberries after visiting DeGrandchamp Farms in South Haven, Michigan, to see the cranberry harvest. -
Grapes and the science behind them
Published on September 8, 2016
Grapes can be eaten fresh or used for making wine, juice, jam, jelly, raisins, vinegar and grape seed oil. -
Bunny honey: Using rabbit manure as a fertilizer
Published on September 1, 2016
Looking for an organic, small round, pelleted form of fertilizer? Consider using fresh rabbit manure.