Composting success starts with the right tools. Whether it is a simple DIY container, a sturdy kitchen caddy, or a PFAS-free ...

Create a ring of chicken wire, about a hug’s width in diameter, and simply deposit dry leaves in the fall. The leaves will ...

The annual carpet of dead leaves can be an important component in gardens. They can serve as root-protecting and insect-sheltering winter mulch or add to a robust compost mix.

Fall is a perfect time to consider composting. As our days get cooler and shorter, deciduous trees like oaks, maples, and sweetgums will begin to shed their leaves. The swamp chestnut oak in my front ...

Grey beds and bare pots need not linger this autumn; a small, hardy bloomer is winning hearts for instant lift. Across the ...

Blue or white spheres on tall stems are back on patios and borders, nudging gardeners to rethink late‑season planting. As ...

From mulching and pruning to caring for tools and soil, a handful of thoughtful steps can make all the difference.

The key to overwintering strawberries is to protect the roots from freezing and ensure the crown does not rot. Strawberry plants are hardy down to zone 3, depending on the variety, when growing in the ...

As November's chill sets in, our gardens transform into sanctuaries for feathered friends. Discover how small gestures can ...

As we wrap up our gardening season for 2025, I thought it might be fun to look at some gardening myths that people often take as accurate but aren’t.

Keep your outdoor spaces looking new year-round with easy cleaning, protection, and maintenance tips for every season.

Rosemary plants can easily become waterlogged, but mixing in this soil amendment creates the Mediterranean drainage ...