Phipps Blog
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Ask Dr. Phipps: Purple Coneflower Problems
Have a question about your perennials, houseplants or turf grass? Worried about pests in the garden, hydrangeas that won't bloom, or tomatoes that died on the vine? Dr. Phipps can help! Ask Dr. Phipps is a free service...
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Toddler Nutrition with Let’s Move Pittsburgh
From balancing serving sizes to managing mealtime messiness, feeding the little ones can be fun, exciting, chaotic, and stressful (sometimes all at once!). Watch this webinar to learn about the nutrient needs for your toddler's...
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#bioPGH Blog: Fat Bear Time!
As we turn the calendar page into October, our wild communities begin their annual preparation for winter, and for bears, that means fattening up!
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#bioPGH Blog: White Snakeroot
If you’ve suddenly noticed a 2 – 3-foot-tall plant with pointed leaves and small white flowers that almost look like tiny craft pom-poms, you’ve probably seen white snakeroot. It's lovely, but be cautious...
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What We’re Cooking With Now: Cucumber
Looking for adventure in the kitchen? Our monthly What We're Cooking with Now post features a fresh produce ingredient, explains how to find the market's finest, and includes a recipe to try at home....
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Folate: How to Make Sure You’re Getting Enough Prepregnancy
Let’s start with the basics: What is folate anyway? Folate and folic acid are often used interchangeably but have a slightly different meaning. Folate is a B-vitamin naturally found in foods while folic acid is a synthesized...