Watching a hummingbird dart through a garden, wings a blur and iridescent feathers flashing in the sun, is a truly magical ...

No yard? No problem. Honestly, I used to think gardening was something that only happened behind a white picket fence with a big stretch of grass and plenty of elbow room. But the truth is, some of ...

Planning to build a raised bed or two for your backyard? Where you situate them matters more than whether you use quality hardwood or pallets for the siding.

If you want healthy food, experts say to eat what’s local, organic and in-season. Those foods benefit the planet too, because they are less taxing on the soil and they don’t travel as far. It doesn’t ...

Fertilizing is an important part of a successful garden, and the spring is the most important time to fertilize, so it's important to get it right.

Two popular gardening options are in-ground row gardening, where you till the soil with a hoe, and raised beds, where plants are grown in a contained, elevated structure made from materials like wood, ...

Let's make a trip to Tracy, MN and visit Connie Anderson, a seasoned gardener. Let's make a trip to Tracy, Minn. and visit Connie Anderson, a seasoned gardener with a wealth of experience. She's more ...

Weeds are a common problem for gardens and lawns, and can be difficult to control. Gardeners should determine their weed tolerance and workload tolerance before implementing a weed control plan.

As outdoor spaces have shrunk and the pace of life has become much faster than it used to be, new types of gardens have had to emerge. The best landscapes now aren’t measured in square footage or ...

Turn a narrow or compact yard into a custom-looking garden with built-in bench planters, cohesive containers, gravel corners and simple DIY accents. Sandra Teddy Getty Images You finally have a yard.

Plant lovage for years of harvests. Find tips from readers for backyard perennials, indoor gardens for kids, repurposed gift wrap, and upcycled seed starting containers. A well-rounded homestead ...