Backyard Gardening

PublisherSeptember 28, 2022

Rose-of-Sharon: Beloved Ornamental or Pesky Invasive?

by Kathryn Dorman Rose-of-Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) is a deciduous shrub that can be a beautiful addition to many lawns and…

Record EditorAugust 27, 2022

By Debra Burrows Penn State Extension Master Gardeners have been writing articles for the Backyard Gardening column in The Record…

You may have heard that the spotted lanternflies (Lycorma delicatula) – SLF for short – have now surrounded Clinton County.…

By Kathryn Dorman I have a special place in my heart for any purple flower, and wild violets (Viola spp.)…

By Gerri Miller Oh, the sweet, sweet smell of lilacs in the spring! The strong fragrance of lilac flowers brings…

Record EditorApril 21, 2022

By Amy L. Strong You don’t have to be a tree-hugger to love Mother Earth! Although, if asked, I might…

Record EditorDecember 3, 2021

By Kathryn Dorman I’ll admit it, I am a Clint Eastwood fan. I really enjoy Clint’s later films, such as…

Record EditorAugust 27, 2021

By Ginny Counsil The Penn State Master Gardeners of Clinton County are hosting a Garden Sense Symposium, along with a…

By Amy Strong Eww, What’s That Smell? Growing up in the Laurel Highlands came with a plethora of opportunities to…

By Kathryn Dorman The irises are blooming! I could not pass up a chance to talk about my favorite flowers.…