I mulch my vegetable beds with a thick (6-inch) layer of leaves or well-broken-down compost. I put a blanket of oak leaves on my fallow vegetable beds in the fall. They protect the bare soil from ...

Apart from maintaining desirable soil pH levels, pine straw keeps the moisture in the soil from evaporating and helps the ground retain a consistent temperature. These effects protect azaleas' shallow ...

When designing an outdoor garden, let your creativity and imagination run wild - but still be aware of common mistakes that could put a damper on your space.

April Wilkerson demonstrates how to create a paved patio seating area that lasts, making your backyard a welcoming retreat. Trump reveals new price tag for Canada to join "Golden Dome" defense ...

The Poconos man accused of killing four college students in Idaho in 2022 was back in court Wednesday. Bryan Kohberger's attorneys were asking the judge for a continuance, saying they're not ready ...

Fortunately, there's a growing awareness of the star of Bethlehem's destructive nature, thanks to social media and state agricultural or horticultural departments, like the Missouri Department of ...

If you're looking to spruce up and transform your flower beds, but you don't want to choose plants that are going to need constant babysitting, and demand more of your time than you want to give, ...

Organic Methods to Kill Grass in Flower Beds These methods can be used to kill grass if it has not woven itself too far into the flowers you want to keep. Vinegar: To be effective, use cleaning ...

Most vines are fast growers and can quickly get out of hand. Whether the vine is one you planted or an unwanted plant, learn how to stop vines from choking your shrubs and flower beds.

Plant vines in containers to help prevent spread. Sink a plastic or metal barrier around the plant to force any shoots up and out of the ground where they can then be cut off. Prune vines regularly ...