May 24th, 2023
Growing your own food is one of the most rewarding things you can do: It gives you a sense of accomplishment and you can share it with your friends, family, and community. If vanity and ego aren’t your thing, first of all, you’re a better person than me, but more importantly, there are a lot […]
February 22nd, 2023
If you’re like most homeowners, you know how difficult it can be to keep tile and grout clean. Over time, grout can become discolored and stained, while dirt and grime can build up on your tiles. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to restore your tile and grout to its former glory. Introduction Before […]
February 14th, 2023
February 10th, 2023
The electric drill is one of our most valuable and versatile power tools. It has revolutionized how we work, build, and create, thanks to its ability to bore precise holes fast in wood, metal, concrete, and virtually any other material. In honor of Inventors Day (February 11th), Anawalt Lumber, Hardware, and Nursery is celebrating the […]
February 9th, 2023
Your father had one, maybe two. Your grandfather always kept one handy. The ubiquitous Crescent wrench has been around forever, except it hasn’t. It’s a more recent invention than the airplane! The Wright brothers completed the first successful powered flight in 1903. The Crescent adjustable wrench was introduced four years later, in 1907. Imagine what […]
September 7th, 2022
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May 27th, 2022
April 26th, 2022
Perfect for people with limited gardening space, container gardening is a wonderful way to beautify your surroundings and improve an urban, porch, or patio environment. Since most containers are portable, you’ll be able to move your plants around and give your living area an instant splash of color. For instance, a container filled with flowering […]
April 26th, 2022
It’s easy for home gardeners to cultivate a lush lawn and garden without resorting to the chemical fertilizers and pesticides that threaten our waters, wildlife, families, and pets.
Common sense, good garden practices, natural fertilizers, and alternative pesticides are the foundation of organic gardening.
June 18th, 2021
April 9th, 2021
Every spring, as I yank out my last beets, my tomato anxiety begins. In February, when I start a few seeds indoors on a heat mat, I feel I have all the time in the world. In March, when I purchased a few unusual varieties in four-inch pots, I wondered if I was jumping the […]
March 12th, 2021
With spring just days away, it’s time to start preparing your garden plan for peak planting season. Last year I had great success growing Serrano and Jalapeño Chiles and this year I’ve decided to broaden my repertoire. I’m mad about making salsas and hot sauce.
March 5th, 2021
February 19th, 2021
Allison Starcher is back with more great gardening tips. This time, it’s a great guide for planting bare root roses. Whether you’re planting in the ground, your garden, or pot on your balcony or patio, Allison shows you the best way to plant your roses in our video.
February 12th, 2021
Any and everyone is capable of practicing vermicomposting (worm composting). Even those limited on space, living in a small apartment. Whether you’re creating soil for an entire farm or your house plants and windowsill herb garden, the benefits are endless. I’m going to teach you the basics of vermiculture and walk you through everything you need to know!
February 12th, 2021
What we feed our soil is not only important in terms of plant and ecological health, but for an organic gardener, it is everything! It is the most critical element of gardening. Having an awareness of the biology, the microbes in the soil, and what role they play in creating healthy soil and healthy plants […]