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Gardeners often enthusiastically start new projects that require digging without considering whether they have the correct tools or techniques to start the  project. Digging doesn't have to be hard on your body if a gardener takes the time to match the tools to the job and practice proper digging…

Signs of spring are everywhere we look: trees and shrubs are full of blossoms, flowers are bursting into bloom, bees are buzzing all around, and aphids are stacking up on rose buds. What to do?  Aphids are a common occurrence in the spring. They rapidly appear in large numbers when the weather…

Arbor Day is a national holiday that recognizes the importance of trees. The most common way people celebrate Arbor Day is to get together in groups to plant trees. The next National Arbor Day is Friday, April 24, 2026.  When was the First Arbor Day?Arbor Day was first celebrated in Nebraska…