Managing Poison Ivy

Managing Poison Ivy

By CHRISTOPHER KAZARIAN Poison ivy is the one plant no one wants in their yard, but there’s only one problem—It’s pervasive in our region. “It is absolutely everywhere,” said Jesse Hamilton, the landscape division manager for Hamilton Tree & Landscape.  The first...
Orchids On Cape Cod

Orchids On Cape Cod

By LANNAN M. O’BRIEN Small doesn’t always mean insignificant, and the orchid is proof of that: its tiny, dustlike seeds are responsible for producing the second-largest family of flowering plants in the world. This is just one of many reasons why people are...
Creating Your Backyard Oasis

Creating Your Backyard Oasis

Let this be the year when you get to enjoy all that your yard has to offer. No matter the size, even if it’s sandy with weeds, you can start seeing its potential. Simple tweaks can transform a neglected space into an oasis where your family and friends can relax....