You can make non-toxic home cleaning products with lemons, baking soda & vinegar.
Lead based paint is found in many older homes. Learn about the risks here.
Do you have a well? Visit our fact sheets on how to keep your well water safe and good-tasting!
Home & Garden
This section of our website includes information and resources on topics related to the physical aspects of your home and garden, including indoor air quality, landscaping, lead poisoning prevention, water conservation, water purity, home maintenance and repairs, and more. We also provide information, resources and classes in the areas of personal financial management and consumer issues.
Easy Care Perennials
Perennials offer year after year of blooms for your garden, and are a smart investment in your garden. Visit our resources to learn more.
First Planting Dates
Consult our charts of popular vegetables and the earliest and latest dates they safely can be planted (as seeds, transplants, or sets) in our region.
Homemade Cleansers
Learn how to make your own cleaning products to not only save money but to also help the environment and your home.
Last updated July 18, 2017
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Learning in the Garden Tours
Saturday, August 26
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM -
Food Preservation Workshops
Wednesday, August 30
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM -
CLOSED for Labor Day
Monday, September 4
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM -
Food Preservation Workshops
Wednesday, September 13
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM -
Therapy Dog Training Class
Monday, September 18
5:00 PM - 5:00 PM
