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Moose, the loveable giant draft horse, beckons you to Four Mile Historic Park

My kids noticed Moose long before he tried to eat my wife's purse.

Director of operations Morgan Gengenbach walks Moose, a Percheron draft...

Director of operations Morgan Gengenbach walks Moose, a Percheron draft horse, at Four Mile Historic Park in Denver on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

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Director of operations Morgan Gengenbach walks Moose, a Percheron draft horse, at Four Mile Historic Park in Denver on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Fertilizing houseplants during their active growing season from early spring through mid-fall is necessary for positive plant health. (Betty Cahill, Special to The Denver Post)

How to grow houseplants — and keep them healthy

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Using a bottom heat mat under the seed tray is one of the best investments for starting seeds since they warm up the soil which can speed up seed germination. (Betty Cahill, Special to The Denver Post)

Gardening: With spring 6 weeks away, here’s how to start your seeds

2 months ago

So many kitchen tools, but what happens when you can't find the one you love? (Getty Images)

Mourning the loss of a favorite kitchen tool

By Barbara Ellis

December 16, 2024 at 6:00 a.m.

And celebrating the arrival of new one -- one I didn't even know I needed.

Ornaments and tinsel can be hazardous. Small ornaments can pose a choking hazard for curious dogs and cats. (Getty Images)

How to keep pets safe from holiday decorations

December 16, 2024 at 9:35 a.m.

Anchor your tree, prevent cord chewing, and keep burning candles out of reach.

Nanaimo bars are a traditional Canadian dessert -- and are simple to make. (Getty Images)

Holiday baking: Matriarchs and memories of strudel, Ischl Torte cookies

December 11, 2024 at 6:48 a.m.

The sugary, buttery layers never fail to make me feel like the 8-year-old at my...

Kim Zimmerman, Colorado master gardener and founder of Rowdy Poppy, puts together a bouquet. (Provided by Rowdy Poppy)

Gifts that your Colorado gardener would be thrilled to receive

December 9, 2024 at 6:00 a.m.

Make your favorite gardener’s day by gifting them tools, gadgets, apparel and other goodies.

The podcast world is dynamic, with many offering accompanying videos to stream on social media sites. (Getty Images)

Need a gardening fix? Try these podcasts

By Betty Cahill

December 8, 2024 at 7:08 a.m.

Some popular garden podcasts in 2024 were “The Joe Gardener Show," “Let’s Argue about Plants”...

Wearing boots can improve traction on slippery surfaces, especially for dogs prone to slipping or falling. (Getty Images)

Icy paws? How dog boots can keep your pup safe and warm during Colorado winters.

November 29, 2024 at 6:00 a.m.

Veterinarians say each dog is different, and you must respect your dog's preferences.

There are loads of recipes for red chili that go beyond the basic mixture of ground beef, kidney beans, red pepper, tomato and shredded cheddar cheese. (Getty Images)

Sick of turkey? These chili recipes from Denver chefs, food writers will hit the spot.

By Barbara Ellis

November 27, 2024 at 8:44 a.m.

Admit it: By the weekend after Thanksgiving, you'll be bored with turkey leftovers and looking...

Mulch can guard against soil heaving (rising up from the roots), from temperature fluctuations, and prevent soil erosion where there is open soil like the vegetable garden. (Betty Cahill, Special to The Denver Post)

A final outdoor to-do list for Colorado gardeners

By Betty Cahill

November 5, 2024 at 6:00 a.m.

Here are a couple of November ideas that will help your trees and other plants...

CRESTED BUTTE, CO - JANUARY: A house near downtown on January 9, 2018 in Crested Butte, Colorado. A year ago this week, Crested Butte was buried. Several feet of snow blanketed the valley, crushing shovelers and thrilling skiers with what would become the snowiest January ever recorded at Crested Butte Mountain Resort. This seasonÕs feast-or-famine scenario has left Crested Butte pining for even a few flakes. Before the recent storm dumped about a foot of fresh, snowfall in Crested Butte and its surrounding hills was pacing alongside the worst winter ever recorded. Even worse than the famously arid winter of 1976-77, which saw Colorado resorts closing in January due to a lack of snow. (Photo by Helen H. Richardson/The Denver Post)

Winter is on its way: How to prepare your Colorado home ahead of the first freeze

By Lauren Penington

October 28, 2024 at 11:20 a.m.

Denver's first freeze is expected to arrive Wednesday, so it’s time for homeowners to prepare...

An infestation of boxelder bugs (Boisea trivittata) on a bigtooth maple. (Whitney Cranshaw, Colorado State University, Special to The Denver Post)

Black and red boxelder bugs are creepy, but mostly harmless

By Betty Cahill

October 22, 2024 at 10:13 a.m.

They may be crawling everywhere at your house right now. Here's why.

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