Gardening

Whether it’s ants making you antsy, mosquitoes hunting for your blood, or snails stealing your veggies, there’s a way to...

As natural habitats are replaced by developed land, many species of birds and butterflies become increasingly reliant on the space...

With a little planning you can enjoy herbs for your culinary masterpieces, fresh salad greens, and other tasty vegetables fresh...

Don't get gloomy from the winter blahs. You can chase the grey away by creating your own indoor oasis.  

Digging in the dirt may be a natural cure for depression according to recent research that shows a common type...

Late summer and fall can be colourful times for your garden, with plenty of brilliant blooms and flamboyant foliage. Discover...

Fresh-cut trees are longer lasting and are less likely to become fire traps. To test for freshness, bend a needle...

Coffee grounds placed in the planting hole encourage acid-forming bacteria, boosting the growth of such acid-loving plants as blueberries...

Add real wood-smoke flavor to foods cooked on your gas grill with a handful of green twigs from garden...

Stratification is the name given to the process of inducing seeds to emerge from dormancy through cold treatment.

Repotting can be done at any time, especially if a plant is suffering. But the best time to perform...

Severe pruning of everblooming roses produces fewer but larger flowers. This method renews old and overgrown rose bushes and...

Coordinating your porch furniture and plants will create a more inviting environment. Rattan or wicker pieces look best with...

Apples naturally contain this setting agent. If your jellies aren't setting up properly, place a cheesecloth sack filled with the...

Do your hedges need some pruning? Curious how often you should trim your hedges? Here are helpful instructions and guidelines...

In some instances, bulbs are best removed for storage instead of being left in the ground.

See our guide below for vital informaiton on harvesting and storing vegetables: 

If you have enough room, dedicate an area of the garden to the orchard. A well-drained position in...

Herbicides are chemicals used to kill weeds. Some are selective, specially formulated to kill a particular weed, whereas others are...

A no-dig garden can be built on soil, over existing lawn or even on hard, barren ground. It's a great...