Gardening Sweet Spots - The Emerald Necklace Garden Club

Gardening Sweet Spots – The Emerald Necklace Garden Club

Hanging Baskets to Enjoy All Summer Long

Hanging baskets have become one of the most popular types of container gardening. For some tips on choosing a basket type and what plants to include in it, read on. ...
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Plant a Container for Hummingbirds

A hummingbird visits an average of a thousand flowers a day. Fill a deck or patio container with flowers that attract these delicate birds and they will visit regularly to get their daily fill of nectar. ...
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Herbs: Culinary and Beyond

When food is missing "something," it probably needs an herb or two. Our garden guru reviews the history of herbs, just in time to gear up for growing our own this summer. ...
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Small Spaces; Big Gardening Plans

Love to garden but challenged by your small amount of garden space? You can have the garden of your dreams if you plan well. For expert tips on small-space gardens, read on. ...
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Help Wild Critters Survive Winter

When snow covers the ground and the winter winds blow, how do small mammals survive? Many hibernate when the temperatures drop, and finding secure shelter is essential. For tips on how humans can provide wildlife with winter habitats, read on. ...
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 Brighten Your Winter by Feeding the Birds

Sitting inside, warm and cozy, you can watch a variety of birds come to your feeders to enjoy the seeds you’ve provided that will assure their survival throughout the winter season. Selecting specific styles of feeders and seed blends will attract specific birds. How to best attract your favorites? Read on. ...
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Gardening Trends for 2023

Last season's garden has been put to bed for winter and the plant catalogs haven’t yet started to arrive yet in the mail. Now's a good time to become familiar with what’s trending in the world of gardening. You may want to consider trying something new in 2023, so read on. ...
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Seed-Saving Tips Before Putting Your Garden to Bed

Our warmer-than-usual autumn temperatures have given us extra time for gardening, and that includes gathering seeds to plant next spring. Here's how to to grow more of the plants you love next year with what you already have. ...
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