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Fruit Tree & Shrub Pollination Guides

Fruit Tree & Shrub Pollination Guides

Most fruit trees and shrubs need a pollinating partner to ensure fruit. Even self-pollinating (self-fertile, self-fruitful) fruit trees and shrubs will increase productivity with a second like-plant nearby. Click on the pictures below to view our guides or print. APPLES:...

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Mackey's Planting Guide

Mackey's Planting Guide

You've found the perfect plants to adorn your landscape, now let's keep them beautiful and thriving for years to come! A. Planting Trees & Shrubs B. Planting Perennial & Annual Plants A. Planting Trees & Shrubs You can plant your...

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It's Time to Lime!

It's Time to Lime!

Making your lawn (and its soil pH) awesome! If you want your lawn to be nice and green, check your soil! One of the easiest things to work on is your soil pH. In this article, we'll explain: Why soil pH...

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How to Plant Grass Seed in the Fall

How to Plant Grass Seed in the Fall

1: When to plant grass seed The best time to seed the lawn is in the late summer and early fall. The ground is warm and seeds can get established by the time winter comes around. Spring is also a...

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The Wildlife Among Us: Connecticut Audubon Society's Patrick Comins

The Wildlife Among Us: Connecticut Audubon Society's Patrick Comins

Few know the wildlife of Connecticut as well as this episode’s guest, Patrick Comins, Executive Director of the Connecticut Audubon Society. Terry and Len sit down with Patrick, who shares with us the history and accomplishments of the Connecticut Audubon Society, tips on how you can make your back yard a wild bird sanctuary, and how a car accident changed the course of his career.

Join us as we learn from this leading expert in wild life habitats and populations.

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