Blackridge Garden Club

07/16/2026

https://www.bhg.com/vegetables-to-plant-in-july-12008677?tag=garden&hid=a391ba0762fd04baacf3dc542d76d0938b21e068&did=24667036-20260714&utm_campaign=bhg-daily-inspiration_newsletter&utm_source=bhg&utm_medium=email&utm_content=071426&lctg=a391ba0762fd04baacf3dc542d76d0938b21e068&lr_input=cc83624bce6ea6e5bd7b8f794ca59b958ae8473d36617cbb3232cca17c696323&utm_term=PM&bvee=1784071906242&kw=myrecipesnl

These fast-growing veggies are perfect picks for a mid-summer planting, whether you're filling in gaps from a spring crop or starting from scratch.

07/03/2026

https://positivebloom.com/pennsylvania-plants-that-attract-owls-and-what-that-does-to-the-rat-population-in-your-yard/?utm_source=pen

These Pennsylvania plants attract owls by providing cover and perching spots, helping naturally reduce rats and mice in your yard.

07/01/2026

06/30/2026

https://www.pennlive.com/gardening/2026/06/the-rise-of-chaos-gardening-how-to-let-go-of-plant-control.html?fbclid=IwdGRjcASwjkhjbGNrBLCNzGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHjndW0CNXaVHSMfVCS4XS5LmaY6uFsRem9IMtmWbetIRvWFZn1vbm-lAd_UV_aem_cCfgNvviAfFMf8emQIlzeA&utm_campaign=mrf-facebook-PennLive&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&mrfcid=202606286a3aeb594046352370ebf7ea

The hands-off style of gardening relies mainly on plants reseeding themselves.

06/02/2026

04/13/2026

I did post this below as an edit to the video, but it bears repeating: CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNERS AND THANK YOU ALL FOR SUPPORTING US!!
Dine and Drink: Linda Ryan
Shop: Margaret Lucas
Garden: Carolyn Stewart
Golf: Mark Jovanovich

04/02/2026

The Penn Hills Shade Tree Commission is having a Tree Adoption! If any Penn Hills resident would like 1 or 2 free trees, along with deer fencing and stakes, please register using the QR code below. Pick up is at the Sycamore Pavilion in the Penn Hills Community Park on Sat April 11 between 11-1 pm.

03/31/2026

Thank you to the many neighbors who have supported us so far by making donations and purchasing raffle tickets, and good luck to you all! If you haven't returned your tickets, please remember to get them in by April 10 for the April 11 drawing live here on our FB page. Deets are in the first comment.

03/09/2026

On March 14, you'll see that maple isn’t just something you put on your pancakes—there’s so much more to maple sugaring! Experience the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of Maple Sugaring as you take a trip through time. You’ll tour our maple sugar demonstration trail and discover the history and science of maple syrup--and how to collect and make your own. This event will take place completely outdoors. Please dress for the weather. Register: https://www.aswp.org/our-programs/maple-madness-2026/

03/09/2026