Why You Shouldn’t Bother Adding Tea Leaves to Your Garden


by Skillet

Skillet— There's an old wives' tale that tea specifically helps your garden, but there is no science to back this up. Tea is just plant matter, which will compost and become nitrogen.

Skillet—Where You Should (and Shouldn’t) Keep Your Emergency Fund. Having a cash emergency fund is crucial, but where's the best place to keep it? Here are the pros and cons of savings accounts, money markets, CDs and more to earn interest while keeping your money safe and liquid.

Herald Democrat—Gardener's mailbag: Why is my tree losing leaves?. By Neil Sperry Special to the Herald Democrat Dear Neil: I’ve lost large chunks of bark off my Mexican white oak in just six weeks.… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Washington Examiner—Government shouldn’t micromanage nursing homes. The Biden administration published regulations last month requiring most nursing homes to maintain specific staffing levels. As a result, roughly three in four nursing homes will have to hire additional personnel.  Progressives argue the rules will lead to better care. “For residents, this will mean more staff, which means fewer ER visits potentially, more independence,” […]