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The Moon Township Garden Club enjoys making things with an eye for the garden! Handcrafted birdhouses, ceramic mushrooms and an array of hand decorated flower pots are just some of the items to be found in the shop.....we love getting ready for a party! The Heart of the Garden Shop The Garden Shop is more than just a marketplace. It is a celebration of artistry inspired by nature. Our Makers have dedicated hours to crafting items that blend beauty and function, perfect for ga

When designed thoughtfully, your garden can engage and stimulate the senses, creating a rich, immersive experience. In the coming months, future blogs will explore ways to stimulate all senses, but let's begin with the sense of sight, and more specifically, intentional ways to use color in your garden design. A garden path with diverse plants stimulating sight and touch humans live in the world of color Color influences our mood and our feelings - and when gardeners use color

Hummingbirds are among the most fascinating and colorful visitors to any garden. Their rapid wing beats and iridescent feathers captivate gardeners and nature lovers alike. If you live in Western Pennsylvania, you might wonder how to invite these tiny birds to your outdoor space and keep them coming back year after year. This guide offers practical tips and insights to help you create a hummingbird-friendly garden that thrives in this region. Ruby-throated hummingbird feeding

Gardener harvesting mature seed pods from flowering plants in late summer SEED COLLECTION BASICS Starting plants from seeds is an interesting and cost-effective way to add to your garden. Consider harvesting seeds from your own garden or from the garden of a friend. Be sure to carefully label seeds with the species name and collection date using clean tools and containers to reduce contamination. If you wish to harvest wildflower seeds from a natural habitat, please use cauti

Most people think of naturalized honeybees when they think of pollinators, but did you know that Pennsylvania is home to more than 400 species of wild bees who are native to our ecosystems? A bumble bee gathering nectar from a spring flower These venerable bees, such as the bumble bee, orchard mason bee and leafcutter bees are critically important to both our agricultural crops and our native plants communities and come in a dizzying variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Wild

A tropical Canna Lily can bloom year after year with the right care Tropical house plants bring a touch of the exotic to any space, whether inside your home or outside in your garden. Their lush leaves and vibrant colors create a refreshing atmosphere that many plant lovers seek. But growing tropical plants requires understanding their unique needs and how to care for them properly. This guide covers everything you need to know about tropical house plants, helping you choose

Reading Plant Tags: Understanding Light Requirements Gardening in Zone 6, the USDA Hardiness Zone for most of us in western Pennsylvania, offers a wide range of possibilities thanks to its moderate climate. However, one common phrase gardeners encounter is that a plant "thrives in full sun." What does this really mean, especially for those planting in Zone 6? Understanding the full sun requirement is crucial for growing healthy plants and achieving a flourishing garden. Find

Most gardeners realize quickly that "gardening" is more than planting seeds and watering them. One way to tackle the establishment and maintenance of a home garden may be to draw lessons and inspiration from the natural ecosystems that surround us. What Is an Ecosystem in Gardening? An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with one another and their physical environment. These interactions occur within specific areas, whether they are vast landscapes like