Before, the seasons seemed etched into the calendar, with well-defined periods of drought and rain. Today, the climate has ...

A single hummingbird can visit up to 2,000 flowers a day during the spring and summer months, and it is always fascinating to ...

Help save the Earth by replacing half your lawn and/or non-native plants with native species, even in containers, plus a list ...

Spring brings the return of color to the garden as bulbs bloom, perennials re-emerge, and new annuals settle in. But there’s ...

‘Wild rose’ coral bells forms a low, wide mound that fits perfectly along the edge of a border or as an underplanting to ...

In most regions, April brings warmer weather, thawed soil, the end of frosts, and more sunlight. In short, April is a great ...

The other benefit to companion planting onions and root veggies is that they have similar soil and fertilization requirements ...

If you want to add some height to your yard, then consider the Norway spruce ( Picea abies ), which can reach upwards of 70 ...

The best way to support and maintain a healthy sustainable community is by protecting wildlife, birds and pollinators.

I was visiting a friend’s home last week and she seemed to be concerned about masses of small, bright, colorful flowers ...

If you’re looking for a plant for your garden that will come back year after year, is easy to care for and suitable for a ...

Whether you opt for border plantings, cascading blooms, or select a variety that’s known as a trap crop to lure harmful ...