When I was growing up in the sixties in suburban Pittsburgh, most of my free time was spent outdoors. From tennis to Kick the Can to ice skating to sledding, I was outside in the winter, summer, and everything in between. Transitioning into my adult years meant increasing the amount of time in school or…
How to Attract Pollinators to Your Yard
Pollination is essential to life. Most of the world’s flowering plants require a pollinator. Yet our pollinator populations are in jeopardy. Thankfully, there is much you can do to help restore these life-giving benefactors by attracting them to your yard! Why are our pollinating populations declining? One major factor appears to be the use of…
How to Keep Squirrels Out of Your Garden
Do squirrels enjoy your garden bounty as much as you do? Wondering how to keep your tomatoes for yourself and your family? It Takes Time contributor Liz Greene offers helpful tips for keeping squirrels out of your garden! How to Keep Squirrels Out of Your Garden Thanks to Liz Greene for submitting this helpful tutorial!…
