What do gardeners do in winter? More than you think.

A small demonstration rain garden helps drainage and erosion.
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Controlling Runoff

Storm runoff can stoke soil erosion and damage plants. Luckily there are man-made solutions to erosion, which rely on fundamental natural soil processes. We’ll learn how to design rain gardens and other “green” options, such as eliminating impervious surfaces altogether, terracing, and more on April 16.

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Hands holding single seedling

The Latest Dirt

You might be wondering about our last frost date. Well, it’s complicated. Sources for thinking about spring. Plus more riveting tips.

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