Holiday Plants, Forcing Bulbs, Hawks & Other December News
“You can tell a lot about a person by the way they handle three things: a rainy day, lost luggage and tangled Christmas tree lights.” — Maya Angelou
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- Homeowner’s Guide to Hitchhikers: Fungus Gnats December 12, 2025Bringing houseplants back inside for the winter can also bring in unwanted hitchhiking pests. While many pests are easy to detect from a quick examination, the fungus gnat is one that you may not find until they’ve already multiplied. You may notice them flying around your plants, especially when you’re watering them. It is common for them to try to fly into your face, too. These tiny flies are […]UConnhgec Ladybug
- Lighting Up the Off-Season: The Business of Holiday Décor December 5, 2025In the horticulture world, our work doesn’t stop in the winter. Many professionals find other opportunities here in the north like snow plowing or preparing for the next season to come. One to become popular is the installation of holiday displays including Christmas lights, wreaths, garlands, and more. In a residential setting, many don’t think […]Heather Zidack
Barn Cupolas And What They Do
By Pamm Cooper, UConn Home & Garden Education Center Cupolas are small structures built over a hole in the roof centerline to provide light, ventilation, a nice view or perhaps some decoration to the overall structure. While found on many kinds of buildings including the International Space Station, the main purpose of barn cupolas is […]
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We Asked Tree Experts If a Humidifier Really Keeps Your Christmas Tree Fresh Longer—and We’re Shocked
We Asked Tree Experts If a Humidifier Really Keeps Your Christmas Tree Fresh Longer—and We’re Shocked The Spruce – Heather Zidack and other professionals give their insight on using a humidifier to help keep your Christmas tree fresh.
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