Bugs, Supermoons, Oaks & Other November News
“Even if something is left undone, everyone must take time to sit still and watch the leaves turn.” — Elizabeth Lawrence
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Uconnladybug's Blog
- Gardening on filled soil and disturbed ground on new construction sites November 28, 2025If you moved into a new housing development and your lawn never quite looks like the brochure, it is probably not your fault. The grass seed on builder lawns is usually fine. The problem is what is under it. On many construction sites, the original topsoil is stripped off, stockpiled, and then a thin layer […]UConnhgec Ladybug
- Notes on Nature November 24, 2025During autumn in New England, all paths eventually lead to Vermont. Famed for its spectacular displays of vibrant foliage, it draws visitors from near and far who hope to catch a glimpse of nature’s annual art show. Last month, I joined the procession of cars marching up I-91 to the Green Mountain State for this purpose. Winding roads lined with seas of orange and yellow trees […]UConnhgec Ladybug
Road Salt and Your Soil
By Dr. Avishesh Neupane, UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Lab When I was a graduate student from Nepal living in New Haven from 2012 to 2014, I kept noticing the same winter aftereffect across town. Along busy streets, the first foot of lawn by the pavement turned yellow and matted, and the road-facing sides of yews […]
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We Asked Gardening Pros If You Should Rake Leaves From Garden Beds—And They All Agreed
We Asked Gardening Pros If You Should Rake Leaves From Garden Beds—And They All Agreed The Spruce – Heather Zidack and other professionals give their insight on raking leaves from your garden beds.
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