GARDEN

Few pests are as persistent or as destructive as the squash bug. You might only see a few at first, but give them time and they’ll wipe out your squash...

Watermelons are one of summer’s sweetest rewards, but growing them often requires more space than most gardens allow. With their sprawling vines and heavy fruits, they can quickly take over...

If you’ve ever noticed a strange, pinecone-like bundle hanging from your tree branches, don’t ignore it. That little decoration isn’t a seed pod or leftover leaf debris, it’s the case...

If you’ve ever grown Sempervivum, often called hens and chicks, you know they’re one of the most rewarding succulents. A single rosette (the hen) sends out little offsets (the chicks)...

There’s a simple joy in walking through a garden when the path beneath your feet feels just as beautiful as the blooms around you. Outdoor paving can transform a plain...

Oxalis, often called shamrock plant or wood sorrel, is one of those houseplants that feels like pure charm. With clover-like leaves that fold up at night and petite blooms that...

Succulents are known for being slow-growing, low-maintenance plants, but not all of them are destined to stay small. With the right care and environment, some species can turn into bold,...

Coleus has a way of stealing the spotlight in any garden or indoor corner. With leaves painted in electric shades of purple, pink, lime, and burgundy, this plant is grown...

If you’ve ever caught sight of a dusky cluster of berries hanging low on the edge of a wild field or along a quiet roadside, chances are, you’ve already met...

When the rainy season arrives, many homeowners face puddles forming around the foundation, soggy lawns that never seem to dry, or worse, water seeping into basements and crawl spaces. Poor...