IN THE GARDEN: Japanese maples

IN THE GARDEN: Japanese maples

Author: LeeAnn Barton / Source: Stillwater News Press Japanese maples are loved for their unique leaves and fall color yet offer so much more. Japanese maples (JM for short) bring year round interest and can be the centerpiece of any planting. From the time...
Experimentation with Hugelkulture

Experimentation with Hugelkulture

Author: Sean Mitzel / Source: Mother Earth News On the surface it makes sense that hugelkulture would provide many benefits including: increased microbial activity, low maintenance, decreased water requirements, increased planting surface area, nutrient...