She says it's not good to plant the same family members of vegetables in the same garden spot year after year. This practice depletes nutrients from the soil. "Carrots have ferny little tops and the ...

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A wall of green can be a barrier between your space and the outside world, can define a space in your landscape.

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Calvin Finch says these are the best seed feeders and seeds to offer, plus here's what you'll attract with a suet feeder.

Small changes can turn your garden into a sustainable oasis, reducing water usage and supporting biodiversity for a greener future.

This is the time of year that the weather finally relaxes a bit. The days are shorter and cooler, the rain begins to fall and ...

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Find the perfect ground cover for shaded areas where grass won't grow, that can add interest and texture to your yard and keep it looking alive.

If you’re working with a shaded garden, you might think growing vegetables is impossible. Fortunately, many vegetables thrive ...