Gardeners are gearing up for another beautiful growing season in Michigan. There are landscapes to design, weeding to complete, and planting to be done!

Seedlings in a starting tray, in front of a window.

Spring Gardening Checklist and Upcoming Events

Posted on: April 2, 2025

Spring is coming fast, and we can't wait for another sunny growing season in Michigan!

Brian of Bees in the D with Debbie and Pat of the Hartland Home and Garden Club.

Bees in the D: An Un-BEE-leavable Program Presented by the Hartland Home & Garden Club!

Posted on: March 15, 2025

We're gearing up for spring with the Hartland Home & Garden Club!

Red and pink flowers in Cromaine's sensory garden

Explore Cromaine's Vegetable and Sensory Gardens, with Recipes!

Posted on: August 15, 2024

In this special blog post, our Community Relations Coordinator Shelby walks us through the sensory and vegetable garden beds near the South Lawn of the Library. Learn about the plants she and Librarian Loni are growing in the gardens, as

Get Inspired! Earth Day 2024

Posted on: April 17, 2024

In this special blog post, our Community Relations Coordinator, Shelby shares some simple yet impactful ideas for celebrating Earth Day and making a difference for the environment. Learn about ways to reduce plastic waste and food waste, how to pursue simple garden projects that support local wildlife, and more!

Oyster Mushrooms and the Cromaine Garden

Posted on: August 4, 2023

Have you seen the beautiful golden oyster mushrooms growing in the Cromaine vegetable garden?

Thinking Sustainably: Medicinal Plant Salves

Posted on: July 3, 2022

As we’re winding our way through midsummer, there are lots of ways to stay involved with our gardens while we anticipate the coming harvest.

Thinking Sustainably: Wild Edible and Medicinal Plants

Posted on: May 1, 2022

Here are some common weeds wild edible plants that you’re likely to encounter in your landscape this spring and summer, and why they might be worth keeping around depending on where you find them.

Thinking Sustainably: A Love Letter to Kombucha

Posted on: January 2, 2022

Ah, kombucha. A weird little potion that is as refreshing and energizing as it is flavorful.

Thinking Sustainably: Simmer Pots

Posted on: December 1, 2021

Simmer pots do not come with many safety warnings, but there are a few things to keep in mind when boiling your favorite ingredients on the stove.

Thinking Sustainably: Fire Cider

Posted on: November 7, 2021

As we move into the cooler months of the year, I like to turn to a few favorite remedies to keep my immune system healthy. I stay hydrated, enjoy lots of hearty soups, and am sure to head to the woods often to enjoy the changing of the seasons-- and this year, I’ve begun making fire cider!

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