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Garden Help Desk: Do pine needles poison soil?

I removed an old ever-green hedge which has left a lot of needles in the soil. I am replacing the hedge with boxwoods. I have been told that the needles poison the soil. If this is the case, what do I need to do to prepare the soil for my bushes? There is a persistent and common gardening ...

Sunday Drive: 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 SUV — A powerful and luxurious ride

Whenever the words "Mercedes" and "AMG" come together in the automotive world, we know we're in for a week filled with comfort and performance. And once again, the 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 SUV did not disappoint! From its impressive powertrain to its advanced features, this SUV proved to be a ...

Garden Help Desk: Identifying and handling white top on your lawn

I have a plant that is growing on my property that I am trying to get rid of. We have tried pulling it multiple times and it continues to regrow. Can you please identify the plant in the pictures and recommend what do to remove it. This looks like white top, also known as Hoary Cress. It can ...

Sunday Drive: Kia Telluride gets some extra off-road mojo

Ever since its debut, the Kia Telluride has resonated with the motoring public throughout the U.S. Whether it is the name that is cool, the fact that it is a perfectly sized family hauler that has room for everything Mom needs, or that it comes loaded with technology, it has made a significant ...

Garden Help Desk: Finding the best ways to squash bugs and eggs

We’ve had problems with squash bugs for several seasons and it seems to get a little worse each year. Spraying didn’t help much. Is there something better we can try? Squash bugs are an annual problem for many gardeners. Insecticides can be effective for young squash bug nymphs, but they ...