Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Jul. 20—Erie County, in partnership with the Western NY Stormwater Coalition, is once again offering rain barrels and compost bins ...

NORWELL – After the heat and drought of recent years, homeowners and gardeners are being urged to capture the free rainwater from their roofs to water gardens and small lawn areas. The North and South ...

COMPOST: Technically speaking, compost is organic matter that has decomposed. The easiest way to make compost is to pile up garden refuse (plus kitchen vegetable and fruit scraps if you’re inclined) ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. — In an effort to reduce runoff and help the environment, homeowners across Erie County will be offered the chance to purchase rain barrels and compost bins. The partnership behind the ...

While compost is commonly used in vegetable, flower, and herb gardens, home gardeners often overlook the many benefits that compost brings to lawns. Using compost for lawns is an excellent way to both ...

ERIE COUNTY, N.Y. — Erie County is teaming up with the Western New York Stormwater Coalition to offer households the opportunity to purchase both rain barrels and compost bins. By offering residents ...

If you want to reduce your household’s food waste, or are interested in providing your garden with a natural, effective fertilizer, consider a composter. Compost, or “black gold” as it's known to ...