Kitchen-to-garden composting: A new “black gold” guide is making the rounds, showing how to turn vegetable peels, tea leaves, and eggshells into homemade organic fertilizer using a simple covered “sandwich” bin on a shaded balcony or roof. Community gardening with purpose: Purdue Extension and Gibson County Master Gardeners are reviving a raised-bed project with Gibson County Community Corrections—clients build, plant, and maintain beds while learning budgeting, parenting, and pollinator-friendly gardening. Bird-friendly June basics: Experts say June yards should focus on fresh water, protein-rich foods (seeds and insects), and nesting support with native plants to help birds through breeding season. Plant sale season: Spokane’s Friends of Manito are gearing up for their Saturday plant sale, with perennials, houseplants, and native picks ready for shoppers. Pest and weed reality check: The RHS is advising gardeners not to kill slugs—straw around crops like strawberries can help deter them—while a separate tip targets invasive ivy using a vinegar-based spray. Green waste rules: Dorset’s rural partners are launching a campaign urging residents and contractors to dispose of garden waste responsibly to curb fly-tipping and protect wildlife. Dahlias in June: Dahlia growers are reminded that June is the key month for planting out remaining tubers, adding support, and giving them the care needed for blooms through autumn.