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Dangers of Lawn Chemicals: Impacts and Alternatives

Every year, an astounding 80 million pounds of pesticides are sprinkled across the lawns and gardens of North America. These chemicals, which originated from attempts to repurpose gases used in … Read more

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Why We Have Lawns

Many envision the ‘perfect’ American lawn as a lush, uniform green carpet that covers their outdoor space. But beneath this verdant facade lies a complex social history and significant environmental … Read more

Attract These 4 Birds to Control Garden Pests

Find out how to attract birds to your backyard to keep bugs at bay. Read more

How to be an Organic Gardener

I recently moved into a new house, and I now have a glorious backyard that’s lush, green and full of (wild)life. I have never had a green thumb (though the … Read more