Home turf means something different to David Mellor than to most gardeners. His is Fenway Park, a monument to America's favorite pastime and one of the country's most challenging lawns to tend. As director of grounds for the 2007 World Series champion Boston Red Sox, he's often asked by fans about stadium-quality lawns. ...more

July 22, 2008

Environmentalists for decades have demonized the sugar industry, accusing it of simultaneously polluting and robbing precious water from the Everglades. ...more

June 25, 2008

When are the people of Florida going to wake up to the fact that there is a water shortage? The days of soaking grass with precious water are soon to come to an end. Tampa Bay Water and everyone else need to wake up to fact that water can no longer be taken for granted. Just like oil, we are slowly running out of water, too. ...more

June 14, 2008