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Putnam Land Trust Marks 57 Years of Conservation with Gala

The nonprofit will host a dinner and auction at Centennial Golf Club to celebrate its decades of protecting local land and quality of life.

Free Gardening Course Returns to Grants Pass

The 'Seeds to Supper' program offers hands-on training for beginners to grow their own food

Santa Clarita Celebrates Arbor Day with Tree-mendous Event

Free family-friendly festival features tree giveaways, live demos, and community activities

Montezuma Land Conservancy protects over 5 miles of Mancos River

The conservation project was 24 years in the making, thanks to local landowners

Knoxville's Private Gardens Open for Dogwood Arts Weekend

Three stunning private home gardens in Knoxville will be open to the public for a special two-day event.

The Benefits of Urban Pocket Gardens

Little bits of greenery are popping up in cities, making summers more bearable and communities more biodiverse.

Over 5 Miles of Mancos River Now Protected by Land Conservancy

Montezuma Land Conservancy completes 24-year conservation project on West Fork of Mancos River.

10 Flowers Blooming Soon in Michigan

Gardening expert shares top spring and summer blooms to watch for in the coming weeks.

Experts Reveal Top Plants to Prune in April Before It's Too Late

Gardening pros share the best shrubs, trees, and perennials to trim up this spring.

Brooklyn Botanic Garden Blooms with Spring Celebrations

The iconic garden kicks off its 2026 season with cherry blossoms, festivals, and new art installations.

Wenonah Celebrates 30 Years as Tree City USA

The New Jersey borough has maintained its commitment to urban forestry for three decades.

Montana Landowners Form State's First Prescribed Burn Association

The new group aims to help farmers and ranchers safely coordinate controlled burns and prevent catastrophic wildfires.

Glendale Homeowner Transforms Lawn into Vibrant Native Garden

Christopher Smee replaces Bermuda grass with California-friendly plants to honor the area's natural landscape

Sculptures Flourish in Grand Rapids Garden

Whimsical metal sculptures take root in an Ohio community space.

Trumpet Trees Bloom Across Palm Beach County

The vibrant yellow flowers of the tabebuia trees signal the arrival of spring in South Florida.

New York's 'Fertilizer Law' Takes Effect April 1st

Strict new regulations limit when and how homeowners can apply lawn chemicals

Westchester County Hosts Free Compost Giveaways for Earth Month

Events aim to encourage food scrap recycling and highlight composting's environmental benefits.

Your Guide to Gardening in Northern Virginia

From free seeds to native plant sales, here's how to start your garden in NOVA

Will County Preserves Over 100 Acres Near Messenger Woods

The new land acquisition will buffer the existing Messenger Woods Nature Preserve.

Illinois Farm Bureau Supports Local Community Initiatives

Grants awarded to Fit-2-Serve and Mattoon Police Department for emergency medical care and fresh produce access