drought
Extreme weather is no longer an aberration. Drought conditions are one of the extreme weather phenomena that people may experience in a given year, making managing water usage a critical aspect of home ownership.
Researchers warn that drought is expected to increase in both frequency and severity,...
A beautiful landscape adds considerable aesthetic appeal to a property and an awe-inspiring lawn and garden can greatly improve resale value. In fact, the American Society of Landscape Architects claims landscaping can increase a home's resale value by as much as 20 percent, a contention that...
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Floodwaters threatened Rapidan Dam in Rapidan, MN in June 2024. Photo: James Napoli
Floods and droughts are becoming more common and more severe in Minnesota as our climate warms, posing significant challenges across a variety of...
Drought is becoming a more frequent problem. According to NASA, the last 20 years have produced some of the driest conditions in the American west on record. When drought occurs, it is now more severe and pervasive than it once was, which underscores the importance of planning for drought before it...
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Flowering Kentucky Bluegrass in a lawn.
Last summer we had less than half the average rainfall between Memorial and Labor days. Now that our yards have greened up, are you noticing patches of dead grass in your lawn, left behind by...
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Use raked leaves as mulch around trees, shrubs and perennials. Save time later this fall by cleaning empty rain barrels now.
A few weeks ago, we published an article about watering wisely in drought. Basic practices like watering in the...
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Many regions of the state are in moderate to severe drought, which is impacting water tables and wells. Are you seeing changes to your water table or wells running dry? Are you making changes on your farm because of a dropping water table...
A pristine lawn is a source of pride for homeowners. Even the most well-maintained lawns must confront a host of challenges in a given year, and perhaps no challenge is more daunting than drought.
Homeowners may feel helpless when drought strikes and begins to transform their lawns from green...
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Protecting your private well during drought
Many in Minnesota get their drinking water from a well. During times of drought, it is even more important to be conscious of water use and maintenance of your well and equipment.
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