Category: Ask a Master Gardener™

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  Ask a Master Gardener – Weed Burners

  Published in the News-Review January 16, 2026 By:Julie Burchstead Garden Torches Question: The rain and the warmish weather are causing a proliferation of weeds on… continue reading

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  Ask a Master Gardener – Herbal Tea Garden

  Published in the News-Review January 9, 2026 By: Mackenzi Hall “Growing Your Own Herbal Tea Garden” Question: During the cold winter months I drink a… continue reading

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  Ask A Master Gardener – Cats in the Garden

  Published in the News-Review January 2, 2026 By: Bonnie Courter Question: My garden is being overrun by uninvited cats. They dig up my raised bed… continue reading

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  Ask A Master Gardener – Holly

  Published in the News-Review December 24, 2025 By: Janet Bitter Question: Why is holly associated with the Christmas season? Answer: When I started looking into… continue reading

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  Ask A Master Gardener – African Violets

  Published in the News-Review December 19, 2025 By: Chris Rusch               Question: I received a gift of an African… continue reading

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  Ask A Master Gardener – Mason Bee Houses

  Published in the News-Review December 12, 2025 By: Julie Burchstead Question: I have heard mason bees are really good to have in your garden. I… continue reading

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  Ask A Master Gardener – Beneficial Fungi

  Published in the News-Review December 5, 2025 By: Mackenzi Hall “Beneficial Fungi and Their Role in Your Garden” Question: I see a lot of mushrooms… continue reading

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  Ask A Master Gardener – Strawberry Tree

  Published in the News-Review November 28, 2025 By: Bonnie Courter Question: A friend was telling me they had a strawberry tree growing in their garden.… continue reading

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  Ask A Master Gardener – Fall Cleanup

  Published in the News-Review November 21, 2025 By: Janet Bitter Question: What should I be doing in my garden to prepare it for winter? Answer:… continue reading

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  Ask A Master Gardener – Why Leaves Turn

  Published in the News-Review November 14, 2025 By:  Chris Rusch Why do leaves change colors in the fall? Question: This has been a beautiful fall.… continue reading