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Question: Is there anything I can use to keep ground bees away? I just found out I’m allergic to them last summer. Q: I would like to plant a low-maintenance ground cover in my tree border. I think ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the Monitor ...

Shrubs and trees can beautify your yard. They also can create tall borders that lend privacy to your outdoors space or simply obscure eyesores. If you're planting a natural privacy screen with trees ...

Question: Is there anything I can use to keep ground bees away? I just found out I’m allergic to them last summer. Answer: The majority of native bees are solitary and ground nesting. They are docile, ...