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’Gardeners are recognising the importance of using peat-free composts, given the environmental damage using peat can cause,’ says Professor Jane Barker, who heads up the only company making peat-free ...

January is a tricky month for gardeners. It is usually a slow month for outdoor gardening, but it's the perfect time to assess your garden and plan for successful growing seasons. So, get outside and ...

The land surrounding the Pine Needles cabin on the St. Croix River in Marine on St. Croix could be permanently protected under a plan proposed by Washington County and the Minnesota Land Trust. Most ...

The St. Croix Watershed Research Station in Marine on St. Croix is changing its focus this year for the Artist at Pine Needles residency program. Only emerging artists and writers whose work explores ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. One of the decisions that can have a surprisingly big impact on your plants is what you put around them. Cover is important for suppressing ...

In Minnesota, scientists have launched what's believed to be the first statewide effort to measure PFAS in the air. PFAS, called forever chemicals, are found in all sorts of products from nonstick ...

Volunteers in Minnesota are collecting pine needles to help researchers determine how PFAS — the substances commonly called forever chemicals — find their way into water, soil and air. In Minnesota, ...

For many, having a Christmas tree (typically a pine or fir tree) in the living room is a beloved holiday tradition, and the tradition may serve not only a spiritual role but also a health benefit. A ...

In Minnesota, scientists have launched what's believed to be the first statewide effort to measure PFAS in the air. PFAS, called forever chemicals, are found in all sorts of products from nonstick ...