Nina Camillone

If you live anywhere along the East Coast, you know that June through November is hurricane season: that time of year when Sandy, Harvey, Ian, and Maria aren't just names of friendly neighbors but ...

It's getting to be that tail end of winter where I'm impatient for the snow to melt and the trees to grow leaves so we can enjoy some greenery again up North! If you also live somewhere chilly, you...

Spring is the time of year for many of us to submit our annual soil samples for nutrient testing (unless you already tested your soil in the fall!), review the results and recommendations, and make...

With spring in full swing, I've been spending more time out on my deck with my windows open to let in the fresh air -- and the bird songs! They're a constant reminder that my yard is home to many, ...

I remember as a child being confused why adults would dig up dandelions and consider them to be a nuisance. "They're not weeds, they're flowers!" In fact, there are some plants that are considered ...

It's the time of year when many lawns are showing signs of stress, whether due to excessive heat, excessive water, diseases, and pests. In a previous ASK Advice article, we covered some tips to dif...

If you're thinking ahead to what plants to grow in your yard this year (or already starting seeds indoors), it's only natural to take into account your environment and what plants will thrive there...

When you get your results back from a SoilKit test, you'll see a section called "Treatment Recommendation" that breaks down the amendments your soil needs into recommended applications for each sea...

You might have human neighbors living next door, but even closer you have thousands of tiny critters living right in your own yard! Sometimes you might choose plants and features specifically to at...

One of the most widespread lawncare issues is fungal disease that results in brown patches of grass. However, not all brown patches are caused by fungi! Insects and dryness can also detract from he...