GARDEN

If you’ve ever turned over a garden rock or dug into a damp patch of soil, chances are you’ve come across a roly poly. These tiny, armored crustaceans, also known...

Hostas have long been admired for their lush foliage and easygoing nature, but lately, they’ve found an unexpected new home, inside glass jars. Gardeners everywhere are ditching plastic pots in...

Spider plants are often celebrated as one of the easiest houseplants to grow. They thrive on neglect, adapt to a variety of conditions, and reward you with lush, arching leaves...

A rotting tree stump doesn’t have to be an eyesore, it can become the heart of a vibrant, living centerpiece in your garden. With the right plants, a hollowed-out stump...

Garlic might be one of the easiest crops to plant and one of the most satisfying to harvest. Pop a clove into the soil in autumn, and by the time...

When the final trumpet-shaped flower begins to droop, many people assume the show is over but that’s only part of the story. An amaryllis is a perennial beauty that can...

If you’ve ever brought home a wandering jew (Tradescantia), you already know why it’s such a popular houseplant. Those trailing vines with purple, green, or silvery stripes look stunning spilling...

Snake plants (Sansevieria, now reclassified as Dracaena trifasciata) are famous for being nearly indestructible. They thrive in low light, tolerate neglect, and look sharp in any room. But here’s the...

When most people think of protein, they picture eggs, meat, or dairy. But your backyard garden can produce an impressive amount of protein too. The secret is growing smart, plant-based...

Tomatoes may be the star of your garden, but they don’t have to grow alone. With smart underplanting, you can use the space beneath your tomato vines to suppress weeds,...