To begin, cut the grass in the area and cover it with cardboard or layers of newspaper to kill it. The paper will decompose ...

“Home gardening has become a hot trend in recent years because it offers a perfect blend of health benefits, community bonding, and eco-conscious living,” says Alyssa Simpson RDN, owner of Nutrition ...

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If you don't already have a hummingbird garden, there are so many reasons (like gorgeous flowers) you'll want one. Here are ...

FARGO — What did the young plant say to the old plant during a disagreement? OK, bloomer. In the world of plants, perennial flowers are enjoying the same upswing in popularity as houseplants and ...

When you walk into a nursery or garden center this time of the year, it’s exhilarating — you look around at all of the flowers and feel that the possibilities are limitless. Visions of flowerbeds ...

If you want to enhance your home's curb appeal or add seasonal interest to your backyard, a flower garden is the perfect solution. Filled with perennials, annuals, and blooming shrubs, a flower garden ...

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — When planning your flower garden in Zone 4 of Minnesota, it’s essential to know when to start your seeds indoors. Here’s a guide — grouped by planting date — to help you ...

We have a short growing season in Michigan. Whether your garden is for floral beauty or putting food on the table, fertilizing properly is hugely important. Remember the old saying, “You are what you ...

Replant your most thriving specimens by saving seeds to sow next year. When you save seeds from a plant that thrived in your garden, its descendants can continue to shine in your landscape for years ...

Gardening can be an intimidating task when you don’t have the tools or experience. Fortunately, with very little to learn, you can turn your outdoor space into an oasis. Whether you want a colorful ...