Articles written by Annie Spiegelman

Because of the use of broad-range pesticides in our yards along with climate change, butterfly populations are declining. We can bring them back by going organic.

Sep 29, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

Organic gardening is the practice of working with nature, not against it, by imitating and enhancing the cycles of nature.

Sep 23, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

To spray or not to spray fruit trees. That is the question! Dormant Spraying is a vigilant option if you have 'diva' trees or have had a tough pest problem in the past.

Sep 23, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

While the rest of your yard is still asleep for the winter, bulbs underground are eager to pop up before the slowpoke springtime perennials and annuals begin to show off!

Sep 22, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

You may have heard the term 'sheet mulching' in gardening circles lately. Though it's been around for many years, it's making a comeback in today's green movement.

Sep 18, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

Gardening can be hard physical work but also enjoyable and addicting, if you have the right tools.

Sep 18, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

Horticultural Therapy is a multidisciplinary program of study involving fields such as horticulture, psychology, landscape architecture, gerontology and sociology.

Aug 14, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

You may be hearing more and more about Organic, Fair-Trade and Shade Grown Coffee. You're wondering what all the fuss is about? You just want your morning Cup-o-Joe!

Aug 14, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

A 2002 study conducted by The National Audubon Society found that homeowners are using 50% more herbicides than they did 20 years ago.

Aug 12, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

In 2001, TerraCycle, a company that sells worm poop fertilizer in recycled soda bottles, opened its doors in Trenton, New Jersey. Worm poop! Yup, you read that right.

Aug 12, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

The world's first online organic florist, Organic Bouquet, opened up shop in 2000 and is headquartered in Northern California.

Jun 29, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

Dry summer weather can be a problematic time in areas across the country but there are a few perennials that you can depend on to make your yard shine during the heat.

Jun 29, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

Who doesn't love a window box, clay pot or hanging planter overflowing with blooming, vibrant geraniums?

Jun 29, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

What a thrill it is for this green generation to see the President and the First Lady educating the public on gardening in an environmentally-friendly way.

May 28, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

TerraCycle, a company that started out making worm poop, a nutritious plant fertilizer for the garden, is branching out in many innovative directions to save the planet.

May 28, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

Herbs are a great choice for a novice gardener to grow. They can be virtually problem-free and make anyone feel they have a green thumb!

May 21, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

When creating a bouquet to bring inside, choose a good amount of both annuals and perennials, and even some foliage plants such as Lamb's ear or artemisia.

May 20, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

States across the country are experiencing severe droughts and homeowners are being charged more or being fined for watering their lawns (and the sidewalk)!

May 20, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

Farmer's markets provide more than just the freshest local and organic foods. You get the opportunity to engage directly with the farmer who grew your food.

May 13, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

In the fall of 2006 beekeepers nationwide began noticing honeybee colonies disappearing in large numbers without known reason.

May 13, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

Adding fresh, organic, edible flowers to your dinner salad or homemade dessert is fun and simple, and will easily impress your house guests!

May 13, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

With another dry, hot summer expected here in California, more and more homeowners are thinking about removing thirsty and needy plants and replacing them with natives.

May 12, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman

In early May, the Marin County Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (MCSTOPPP) and the Marin Art and Garden Center hosted the Third Annual Eco-Friendly Garden Tour.

May 10, 2009 - Annie Spiegelman