While it’s tempting to put off yard work as the weather cools down, this season is actually a great time to focus on mulching. Despite the springtime push from stores that encourage homeowners ...

Having shady spots in your yard doesn't mean you have to miss out on fall color. There are some beautiful flowers and foliage that you can bring into your yard to liven things up when the weather gets ...

Fall brings cooler temperatures, shorter days, and the perfect opportunity to prepare your landscape for winter while setting the stage for a beautiful spring. Many homeowners mistakenly believe that ...

Fall is a great time to improve your soil for next year’s garden. Many of the resources needed are readily available and many are free at this time of the year. Start by putting fall leaves to work in ...

Many gardeners understand the ecological importance of native plants, which are those plants that occur naturally in a geographic area, and have evolved over thousands of years, shaped by local ...

No matter where you live, investing time caring for your landscape now will pay off with a healthier, more beautiful yard next spring and for years to come. Incorporate the following practices into ...

Humans have a natural urge to plant in the spring, and spring is the best time to sow garden seeds and plant annual bedding plants. Since time began, man planted as soon as the days got longer and the ...

Fall brings out the best in the city's trees and shrubs as colorful leaves brighten up landscapes. Ash, aspen and cottonwoods are prominent this time of year, but there are other trees (and shrubs) ...

Fall mulching also gives you a head start on next spring. As the mulch breaks down over the winter, it adds essential nutrients to the soil, giving your plants a boost once warmer weather arrives.