Published on- 5/14/2013

Raised bed gardens offer several advantages over conventional gardening plots. They’re usually filled with high-quality soil which improves drainage and increases yield. And, they’re easier to maintain. This segment shows different types of materials that can be used to make a raised bed.

Published on- 5/13/2013

Watering a lawn can take a lot of water. In order to conserve this precious resource, this segment discusses tips on when, where, and how sprinklers should be used. It also encourages the use of a rain gauge to help in determining the correct amount of water that’s applied to your lawn.

Published on- 5/13/2013

In order to have an accurate measure of precipitation, it’s important to place the rain gauge in an open area. Placing it close to buildings, trees, and shrubs can make the rain gauge show an inaccurate amount of rainfall.

Published on- 5/13/2013

Looking for ways to conserve water, save money and still have a healthy lawn? Consider a smart controller for your irrigation system.

Published on- 5/7/2013

When planting your garden, there are a lot of decisions to make about what to plant. To help stretch your food dollars, consider crops that you can pick all summer. This segment has some great ideas of how to prioritize your gardening needs depending on the size of your garden.