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My neighbor's pup, River, in a bed of crocuses. ​It’s an unusually warm early spring day, windows open, and I can hear two dogs happily greeting each other outside. It got me thinking — garden season is almost here, and so many of my Garfield neighbors share their yards and gardens with their pets. If you’ve ever asked, “What can I plant that’s safe for my pets?”, you’re not alone! My friend Crystal, owner of Rust Belt Natives nursery in Hazelwood, gets this question all the

September can be a month of transitions, with back-to-school, fewer summer getaways, and a more structured schedule. It's also an...

Over 10 years of garden experiments have transformed this garden into a peaceful oasis. Photo taken in 2024. I live on a busy corner of...