Garden with Wisconsin Homemaker

Give your lawn some TLC, as well as a well-deserved boost for spring with these easy how-to essential winter lawn care tips. You don’t have to wait until March 20, the first day of Spring, to break out your lopping sheers. Believe it or not, what you do today will improve the spring planting season, […]

Learn how to keep trees healthy in winter with these timely winter tree care tips for protecting your trees, shrubs and bushes. Winters in Wisconsin, as well as the Midwest, can be brutal, but with a little thoughtful preparation and TLC, your trees, shrubs and bushes will stay healthy throughout the season. It’s a wonder […]

Get your garden and yard in shape prepared for colder temperatures by following these essential but quick and easy fall lawn care tips. Essential Fall Lawn Care Tips Every Homeowner Should Know I’m a stickler for a green lawn. There’s something about being able to walk around with my toes being tickled by verdant blades of […]

Storms and natural disasters happen so it’s important to know whose legal responsibility and liability it is for fallen tree damage. Who’s Responsible or Liable for Fallen Tree Damage and Removal? Always consult your attorney and/or insurance company to find out your legal rights and obligations on this topic. Please review my Disclaimer Page for […]

A garden insect to avoid, the hairy Puss Caterpillar, is the larval version of the adult Southern Flannel Moth and a danger for all gardeners. Gardeners Beware – The Dangerous Puss Caterpillar One of the garden insects to avoid, a Puss Caterpillar, is the larval version of the adult Southern Flannel Moth and a danger […]

One of the most shy garden insects, the Hummingbird Moth (Hawk or Sphinx Moth), is a perennial favorite that seeks nectar-rich flowers much like hummingbirds and butterflies. A Garden Treat: Hummingbird Moth (aka Hawk or Sphinx Moth) Hummingbird Moths (aka Hawk or Sphinx Moth) are definitely a garden treat here in Wisconsin. Recently I saw […]