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Many garden pests are easy to spot, but thrips often evade detection until they’ve completely taken over. This is due to their small size—less than 1/20 of an inch long. Despite their min...
Hydrangeas are one of the only types of flowers that can change color. The change in hue happens in response to the availability of aluminum. These gorgeous landscaping plants are like pH...
Temperatures are rising, but you’re still on weeding and watering duty outside. Here’s how to stay cool while working in the garden this summer.
Like squash, gourds are part of the Cucurbitaceae family, which also comprises cucumbers and pumpkins. With so many different types of gourds, it’s helpful to know how to tell them apart ...
Hostas are a common sight in gardens and landscaping across North America. They’re low-maintenance and fine with partial sun conditions. Although hostas don’t produce the showy flowers co...
Q: I purchased my first houseplant a few months ago, and things were going great. But recently its leaves have started to turn yellow. What's wrong with my plant; am I doing something wro...
Q: While shopping at my local garden center last weekend, I came across some biennial plants. I'm familiar with annuals and perennials, but what are biennials?A: A biennial plant is a flo...
Like people, trees can succumb to various diseases. But since trees don’t cry out in pain, they can’t tell humans when something is wrong. It’s up to you to spot and treat a disease befor...
Want to establish above-ground gardening plots in your yard but don’t know where to start? Here’s what to buy.
Q: I have several trees on my property that are looking a little overgrown and could use some shaping, but I don't want to stress the plants during important periods of development. When ...
