Writes Steve Conway: "Looking forward to 2026, I’m excited to see new ways gardeners are exploring the potential of a local plant palette." ...

Careful garden planning can maximize the benefit for butterflies, bees and other pollinators, even in a small space. This ...

Allow tap water to warm to room temperature before using on houseplants.

Rosemary, sage, oregano, thyme and bay laurel, however, will get by indoors if cared for properly. Parsley may grow well, too ...

Cool month is ideal for adding bare root deciduous fruit trees, vines, roses and shrubs — and harvesting citrus ...

Some people leave corners of their garden untouched for a bit longer so wildlife has shelter during the coldest part of ...

Unlock the secrets to a flourishing garden with these fun and creative tips! Discover unique ways to encourage your plants to bloom beautifully, making your garden the envy of the neighborhood.

With temperatures dropping and dusk arriving early, the firepit section of my garden has been on my mind. It’s a simple setup. Eight colorful Adirondack chairs are arranged in a circle around a ...

Gently remove heavy, wet snow with your hands or a soft broom to prevent plant damage. Sweep upward—not downward—to avoid snapping branches. If ice forms, don’t intervene; let it melt naturally to ...

I CONSIDER myself a professional reader. Most days you’ll find me surrounded by books, magazines, catalogs and all manner of print material exploring the ceaselessly intriguing topic of gardening. Of ...

The bonds known as Treasury inflation-protected securities are designed to protect investors’ income against rising prices and perhaps even deliver an extra bit of return. But do TIPS, as the bonds ...

The new “no tax on tips” and “no tax on overtime” deductions require additional reporting by employers and other payers. However, rather than require more reporting this late in 2025, the IRS is ...