AS a gardener, you wouldn’t plant a rhododendron in chalky soil. And when it comes to clematis – it ‘roots in the shade – scrambles up to the sun’ – while roses do well in ...

Question: We use our wood stove all winter for heat, so we always have an abundance of wood ashes to clean out frequently.

In addition to planting during the correct months, another activity Brevardians must do is to improve the soil (a big disadvantage is our sandy soil).

Stag beetles have their sumo matches. Female fireflies who murder their mates. These are some of our favorite mating behaviors among insects and arachnids.

Plants that can be grown in a cold frame, polytunnel, greenhouse, or heated propagator in January include microgreens, chillies, aubergines, peppers, tomatoes and sweet peas. Chillies are particularly ...

Many of us would love a beautiful garden but lack the time and energy to devote to it. Unless you have spare funds to hire an ...

The 60th anniversary of the federal Highway Beautification Act, the crowning achievement of Lady Bird Johnson, will be ...

It’s that time of year again when gardeners start buying plants and planning this year’s flower and vegetable gardens.

Gardening enthusiasts often dream of a garden that keeps on giving, year after year, without the constant need for replanting ...

Some of the coolest gadgets at CES 2025 are designed to help you become a better gardener, including a self-watering planter, smart garden, and more.

Marigolds thrive in full sun in spring, summer, and autumn. However, they are sensitive to winter’s cold and frost. Plant ...

Beetles are the most diverse group of organisms on the planet, so you shouldn’t be surprised to find many different kinds thriving in your garden. Here’s how to separate the good, the bad, and the ...