Here's how to keep composting in winter so you'll have finished compost in spring. beekeepx / Getty Images Gardeners often assume outdoor compost piles stop working in cold weather, but beneficial ...

The problem is that composting takes much longer in cold weather, and winter gardeners can quickly end up with a backlog of ...

Shredded leaves make a great mulch for perennials. They help keep soil temperature steady during winter. Spread a 2 to 3 inch ...

Think your compost bin should hibernate for the winter? Think again. Leaving it open could turn it into a cozy haven for ...

If you haven’t touched your compost bin or pile all winter, don’t worry, you are not alone. It could be filled with kitchen scraps to the top or left untouched since the fall. Getting a compost pile ...

Despite what the weather is bringing, spring is not too far away, and you may have questions as you prepare. To ask one, simply go to the OSU Extension website, type it in and include the county where ...

Crops such as some leafy vegetables and kale can continue to grow; they actually appreciate the cooler temperatures. Herbs such as sage, thyme and oregano are hardy perennials that will survive being ...

It’s almost winter, so it’s time for gardeners to put their beds to rest. WHQR’s Kelly Kenoyer has some autumnal tips from a ...

Gardeners often assume outdoor compost piles stop working in cold weather, but beneficial microbes can continue to break down compost all winter. The problem is that composting takes much longer in ...