How to Grow Bell Peppers Practically Anywhere
Growing bell peppers in the garden is rewarding, and here you can learn how to grow pepper plants from seed to table.
I Let My Lawn Grow for No Mow May—Here’s What Happened
I enjoyed a much-needed break from lawn upkeep this spring, and an up-close view of nature I might not otherwise have seen. Here’s why I’m doing No Mow May again next year.
8 Humane Methods for Keeping Iguanas Out of Your Yard
Iguanas make interesting pets in captivity, but in the wild they may be destructive and dangerous. Iguana-proofing your yard can keep you and your property safe.
How to Get Rid of Moss in Your Lawn
Homeowners don’t have to resort to using herbicides to get rid of moss in a lawn. These alternate methods are natural, effective, and won’t harm your family or property.
8 Types of Tomatoes All Home Gardeners Should Know
Tomatoes come in a wide range of sizes, colors, shapes, and flavors. Add a little variety to your garden and your meals with these different types of tomatoes.
How to Attract Frogs and Toads to Your Yard—and Why You Should
Learn how these helpful amphibians can keep your garden pest-free.
Homemade Honey: How to Keep Bees in Your Own Backyard
There’s been a lot of buzz around backyard beekeeping recently. Here’s must-know info and helpful tips to help you enjoy this sweet pursuit!
9 of the Best Shrubs for Any Garden
A lush landscape is the dream of many a homeowner. But if you don’t live in an established neighborhood, you don’t get to reap the benefits of mature plantings. You can, however, fill your yard with healthy greenery in a hurry if you plant a few of these large, low-maintenance shrubs.
Organize Your Garden Gear with 11 Crucial Buys
Easy access to essential tools makes gardening more of a pleasure than a chore. And when these pieces are simple to store, you’re likely to take better care of them—as opposed to just jamming them in the garage to rust, somewhere between the lawn chairs and table saws. Fortunately, there’s a host of smart products out now to keep garden gear neat, organized, and at the ready. Click through for 11 favorites you’ll want for your collection.
Are You Using the Wrong Kind of Water on Your Houseplants?
Water molecules are made of just three atoms – two hydrogens to one oxygen – so why are there so many different kinds of water … and which is the best kind for your plants?