GARDEN

If you’ve ever walked out on a frosty morning, axe in hand, ready to break through a sheet of ice just so your animals can drink, you know how exhausting...

Keeping your chickens happy isn’t just about food and shelter, it’s also about fun and enrichment. Homemade chicken treats are a simple way to keep your flock entertained, boost their...

Every garden needs a few quiet heroes - the ones who do their work at night, keep pests in check, and never ask for anything in return. Frogs are those...

Christmas Cactus is loved for its colorful holiday blooms, but sometimes the leaves tell a different story. If yours are looking shriveled, limp, or wrinkled, it’s a sign something isn’t...

Philodendrons are natural statement-makers. Their lush, bold foliage can transform any space into a tropical retreat, and the larger the leaves, the more dramatic the effect. But getting those oversized,...

The fishbone cactus, also called Zigzag or Ric Rac Cactus, is a conversation starter with its striking, jagged foliage. But what many plant lovers don’t realize is that this quirky...

When the garden sleeps under a blanket of snow, most of us assume seed starting has to wait until spring. But there’s a simple secret that experienced gardeners have used...

Every gardener knows the disappointment of pulling out compost that looks more like a pile of sticks and half-rotted clumps than the rich, crumbly soil booster we dream of. That’s...

English Ivy (Hedera helix) is a timeless plant with a reputation for being hardy and low-maintenance outdoors. Its graceful vines and lush foliage make it just as desirable indoors, but...

When the air turns crisp and leaves start to fall, it’s easy to think gardening season is winding down. But here’s the gardener’s secret: fall is the best time to...