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Denver’s leaf and pumpkin composting program kicks off for fall
13+ hour, 43+ min ago (235+ words) Denver’s Department of Transportation and Infrastructure officially began accepting leaf and pumpkin drop-offs this month for their annual LeafDrop composting program. The program, which kicked off Oct. 5 and will continue through Nov. 25, allows residents to make use of the piles…...
COLUMN: Rotting lumber pile became a buffet for local wildlife
16+ hour, 11+ min ago (674+ words) The freshly turned soil smells damp and pungent, with the occasional whiff of onion wafting by. The garden has been prepared for winter, its bounty recently harvested and now stored in jars and freezer bags. The daily demand of ready-to-be-picked…...
Bruce Spangenberg column: Will leaving leaves damage lawn?
15+ hour, 20+ min ago (421+ words) Superior Telegram Bruce Spangenberg column: Will leaving leaves damage lawn? Study suggests 2 inches of mulched leaves is OK, but not 4. Fallen leaves accumulated on lawns is a fact of fall. Typically, care is taken to rake them up before snow…...
Master gardener shares when to plant spring bulbs and mums this fall
22+ hour, 46+ min ago (263+ words) When should spring bulbs be planted in this area? Do they need full sun? In general, when planting spring bulbs, the soil temperature should be 55 degrees Fahrenheit or below to ensure the bulbs don't start sprouting or rotting before the…...
Composting at home: Bengaluru residents lead the way
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (18+ words) Deccan Herald Composting at home: Bengaluru residents lead the way...
Fall-Sown Hardy Spring Flowers: Prepare Now for Next Year
1+ week, 4+ day ago (360+ words) Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 10:00 am–6:00 pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 10:00 am–9:00 pm This past spring of 2026, an area of the Idea Garden showcased a variety of mid-to late spring Narcissus, Alliums, and seed-sown hardy annuals to help bridge the gap while other…...
COLUMN: Master gardener suggests you 'leave the leaves'
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (898+ words) In October, we witness nature slowing down and preparing for the winter ahead. Flowers go to seed, foliage dies back, deciduous trees turn gorgeous shades of yellow, orange and red as the green chlorophyll breaks down. Hormones triggered by dwindling…...
Gardeners urged to put cardboard in their gardens in October
1+ day, 22+ hour ago (353+ words) October is an ideal time to get ahead of next year’s gardening jobs, with cooler temperatures and damp conditions helping gardeners prepare their outdoor spaces for the months ahead. As many plants begin to die back and growth slows, it…...
What to put in your compost bin – and what to leave out
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (733+ words) If you’re tidying up your garden, emptying pots and troughs and are looking to start a compost heap, or even just secure a bin from your local authority, now’s a great time to start. If you only have room for…...
How to Protect Young Trees From Winter Sunscald
3+ day, 9+ hour ago (323+ words) Simple ways to save money while you garden Have you ever noticed cracked or peeling bark on a young tree after winter, and do you wrap your trees before freezing temperatures arrive? Share your experiences in the comments. How to…...