Ahh, June. School is out, graduations attended, wedding gifts purchased, and vacations planned. Most Southern gardeners have their vegetable garden planted, summer annuals in the ground and already ...

Recently, I performed the biannual task of mulching our plant beds around the yard. This project typically starts out with enthusiasm and motivation but often ends with a grumpy mood and a sore back.

Making your own compost is a great way to improve your soil, make use of garden waste and recycle nutrients for your plants ...

Mulch is essential for garden beds to retain moisture, suppress weeds and moderate soil temperature. But using the wrong type can cause harm.

Planting a peach tree in your yard puts fresh, ripe peaches within reach. Among fruit trees, peaches (as well as apricots and nectarines) are ideal candidates for growing from seed. All you need are ...

Gardening expert Luay Ghafari shares plant choices and techniques to help your garden stay productive through heat, drought and unusual rainfall.

Mulch elevates flower beds and keeps your plants' health in check by retaining moisture and adding nutrients. Here are some ...

Tackle grass growth with these safe, natural approaches.