An edible orchard is one of the easiest things to plant and one of the greatest long-term gifts you can give to you and your garden. Plant a few trees, and you can enjoy hundreds of pounds of fruit for years to come. If you’re wondering what to plant or how to...
As the garden wakes up in the spring, many annuals are already in bloom and ready to provide flowers for bare spots in the garden. Like paint for the landscape artist, we can use them to bring color and fragrance wherever we choose. Whether in containers, between...
Every year, the springtime reveals new flowers, butterflies, leaves, and–if you have a canine companion–more than a few dog urine patches. Even if you are dog-free, you may still find a couple of brown spots in your front yard here and there from a passing pooch....
New shrubs hold the promise of future berries, flowers, and beautiful leaves, but before any of those things can happen, you need to properly plant and care for it, especially during that crucial first year. From digging the hole to watering, following the proper...
The wavering weather of late winter and early spring always comes with uncertainty. Just as we start to think that the warmer weather is here to stay, a blast of cold can suddenly come through overnight, taking the unsuspecting gardener by surprise. Our inconsistent...
