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Branches of history: Celebrate Arbor Day with a timeline of historic trees in the U.S.

By Mark Spreyer, Stillman Nature Center
Apr 23, 2025 11:40 am - Prior to Earth Day showing up on the April calendar, Arbor Day was, and still is, celebrated on the fourth Friday in April. Trees, especially oaks, played a role in our country’s history long before they got a day of their own.
Home & garden calendar, April 27-May 4

Apr 23, 2025 12:56 am - All about dahlias, floral design, plant sales and more.
Some tidying up and preventive tips for spring

By Tim Johnson
Apr 22, 2025 1:29 pm - Tidying up the garden bed edges will make it easier to mow your lawn. Core aerating your lawn makes the grass healthier. What other tips for spring will beautify your landscape?
Home & garden calendar, April 20-26

Apr 16, 2025 12:31 am - Container design, Arbor Day event, plant sales galore and more.
It’s time to nestle cool season annuals in your garden bed

By Tim Johnson
Apr 15, 2025 10:59 pm - Gardeners are likely anxious to get some colorful annuals planted this spring, but be sure to choose plants suited to your garden’s conditions for the best results.
Home & garden calendar, April 13-19

Apr 08, 2025 10:29 pm - Rain gardening, dragonflies, plant sales galore and more.
Spring garden tasks for healthy plant growth

By Tim Johnson
Apr 08, 2025 7:18 pm - Keep cutting back perennials in your garden to prepare the way for health spring growth. With bulbs and grasses, be sure to stay away from any new growth when you’re cutting back.
Every yard matters: How native plants can revive ecosystems

By JESSICA DAMIANO
Apr 08, 2025 4:12 pm - Simple landscaping choices, like reducing lawn areas and planting native species, can combat environmental decline and help protect wildlife. See why a native plant expert says every yard can play a vital role in preserving ecosystems, and discover good plant choices for your yard.
Blink and you could miss them. 10 native spring ephemerals that bring early color to the garden

By JESSICA DAMIANO
Apr 02, 2025 2:27 pm - Spring brings the return of color to the garden as bulbs bloom, perennials re-emerge and new annuals settle in. But a less common category of plants — native spring ephemerals — though fleeting, bridge the gap between winter and spring. Blink and you may miss them.
Finish pruning up your trees and shrubs this week

By Tim Johnson
Apr 02, 2025 1:56 pm - If you haven’t done it yet, it’s time to finish up the pruning of shrubs and trees, as it’s best to do it before spring growth starts. An expert offers some tips, and explains why you shouldn’t just hack it off at the trunk.

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