Transitioning from a typical garden or lawn to a native paradise can be tricky. Master Gardener Tiffany Selvey gives advice ...

On one hand, chemical weed killers often work fast but leave you wondering what you’re spraying near vegetables your family ...

Sometimes, the biggest problems in your garden aren't the weeds or the weather but tiny, stubborn invaders that seem to have declared war on your plants --- aphids clinging to fresh leaves, beetles ...

Growing a garden can take a toll on your soil, leading to nutrient deficiencies, soil compaction, erosion, and other problems. To avoid this, many gardeners till their beds or apply regular ...

MOLINE, Ill. — News 8 plant and garden expert Craig Hignight says the best time to start planting is any time past Mother's Day. And with that gardening comes pests. But there are many natural ...

Homegrown botanical dyes are in, part of today's shift toward more natural and organic living. And you don't need a degree in chemistry to create your own hues for scarves, sweaters or even Easter ...

(WHTM) – There are plenty of products on the market that consist of a range of chemicals that can be used to kill and keep away weeds, however, there’s no need to use them and cause potential ...

Learn how certain flies, wasps, spiders, and other beneficial garden insects can keep garden pest populations in check and strengthen your backyard ecosystem. Our gardens are home to many natural ...

Robins need to eat loads in order to stay warm during the chilly weather, but at this time of year, most of their natural ...

They have been part of American horticulture — and culture — for nearly 150 years, yet Japanese gardens remain a mystery for many people. That doesn’t have to be the case. According to Tim Gruner, the ...

Visitors always admired the entrance gate to my vegetable garden, more than I ever did. Built from cedar branches, it did have rustic charm, but it really was too flimsy for its size and, as it sagged ...