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Finally seeing some rain! Our plants will appreciate it!!

Drought Stress Affecting Vermont's Trees and Shrubs | University of Vermont Extension | The University of Vermont Drought Stress Affecting Vermont's Trees and Shrubs Share August 28, 2025 By Ann Hazelrigg After a very wet spring, warm and dry conditions have dominated Vermont and the Northeast since the beginning of June. According to the National Integrated Drought Information System, the driest areas of the r...

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Short Course Teaches Composting Basics | University of Vermont Extension | The University of Vermont Short Course Teaches Composting Basics Share July 17, 2025 Backyard composting is a cost-efficient way to turn food scraps, leaves and other yard waste into “black gold” to provide a free source of nutrient-rich organic matter for gardens and lawns.The “From Scraps to Soil” composting short ...