Sure, there are many plants that benefit from a layer of mulch in the winter but for others, it can cause problems like root ...

Ground covers are great for preventing soil erosion and creating a lush look in your outdoor space, and these picks are even ...

Looking to add a pop of purple next spring? One hardy perennial thrives when planted in November and brings early color to ...

They know their time is fleeting, and yet they have one mission: to provide for their next generations. While they consume the nutritious nectar our wild and native plants provide, they are collecting ...

The moon isn’t made of cheese. That came from a metaphor used to describe gullibility in fables, as in the story about a fox convincing a wolf that the reflection of the moon in a pond was a wheel of ...

From fragrant blooms to vibrant foliage, these 15 hardy favorites thrive in the cool soil now — and reward your patience with ...

Hummingbirds, adored for their iridescent feathers and fascinating, fast-paced flight patterns, are widely sought-after garden guests. Look at any commercial hummingbird feeder, and you will notice a ...

When planning a garden, I always start by thinking in layers. Varying plant heights not only adds visual depth but also creates opportunities for sustainable gardening practices and supports habitat ...

"We have a group of crepe myrtles growing in our sunny front yard in Zone 7. Grass won't grow in the area beneath them, so we put down mulch. We'd like to add a mix of plants there for more color.

Pink creeping phlox growing on a slope and around a large rock - Olena Lialina/Getty Images The spring blooms of creeping phlox (Phlox subulata) are a welcome sight after a long winter. Whether you ...

April stargazers are in for a special micromoon when April's pink moon appears full tonight and look forward to the Lyrid meteor shower streaks and peaks in the sky next week. The April full moon will ...

Partly cloudy skies could give sharp Saturday stargazers an eyeful of the annual pink moon — though they may have to squint to see it. “It looks like (clouds) will potentially clear out on Saturday ...