How Using The Old Farmer's Almanac Can Help You Plan Your Vegetable Garden
The Old Farmer's Almanac hasn't been around so long for no reason. This trusty resource gives you direct guidence on planning your veggie garden by season.
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Prune This Tree In Late Winter For A Stunning Early Spring Display
While spring may be "gardening season," the prep work for gorgeous spring blooms on trees happens in the winter. Here's how to prune this ornamental fruit tree.
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Prepare Your Hydrangeas For Winter With One Simple Addition To The Soil
No one likes to be cold, so keep even your hardy hydrangeas under a cozy blanket in the worst of the winter weather by doing this simple chore in the fall.
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How To Grow Peas Indoors For A Thriving Vegetable Through Winter
As cool weather crops, it's a shame that peas are still too tender to get through winter. But with the right set up, you can grow your peas all year long.
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Will This Pantry Staple Make Your Bird Feeder More Enticing?
Some folks believe birds love this budget-friendly pantry staple, but is there evidence for the claim? Before you fill your bird feeder, you should know this.
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When & Where The Old Farmer's Almanac Predicts Snowfall This Winter
It's helpful to know if you'll get snow this year, and how much. Here's when many U.S. regions can expect wintry weather, according to The Old Farmer's Almanac.
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Get Healthier Grass This Spring With A Gardening Trick For Winter
When spring finally breaks through the winter gloom, who wants to see a bunch of brown patches in the lawn? Adjusting the timing for this lawn chore may help.
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8 Delicate Bulbs That Need Special Care Over Cold Winters
While some bulbs thrive when overwintered in the ground, some can't take the cold. These bulbs, corms, and rhizomes need some extra care from you to survive.
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How To Propagate Roses From Cuttings In Winter For More Plants In The Spring
Winter can be a sadly bloomless time for roses, but you can still taking cuttings to propagate them while they're dormant. It takes time, but it's worth it.
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The Best Way To Straighten Out A Leaning Tree In Your Yard
When you notice a tree leaning in your yard, it can be alarming, but there are tried and true ways to straighten them out, especially if they're young.
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Kill Unwanted Grass Growing In Your Flower Beds With A Natural Solution
Grass seems to pop up everywhere. Whether it spreads by seed, roots, or rhizomes, there is a way to kill it without using harsh, synthetic chemicals.
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15 Tropical Plants That Are Better Off Overwintering Indoors
From large, leafy greens to flowering woody vines, if you want a tropical look to your yard in the summer, you can bring these plants inside when it gets cold.
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Make Fall Cleanup Easier By Ditching The Rake For A Less Traditional Method
Get rid of those pesky leaves that are still all over your lawn, and do it all without the back-breaking work of a rake. This yard cleanup method is way easier.
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12 Outdoor Plants You Should Take Cuttings From Before Winter, And Why
Winter is nearly here, and you might be spending less time in the garden. But if you propagate these outdoor plants now, you can have new ones in the spring.
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Homeowner Shares The 'Life-Changing' Way To Clean Up Fall Leaves The Easy Way
If you still have leaves all over your yard that need to be raked up, you're not alone. Luckily, gardeners have found an easy way to get this fall task done.
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The Best Time Of Year To Cut Back Coneflowers For Healthy Blooms
Coneflowers (also known as echinacea) are a summer garden delight, but you need to prune them at the right time for best results when this perennial grows back.
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Use Fall Leaves For A Healthier Garden Next Spring — Here's How
Fall leaves look amazing on the trees, but are less welcome on the yard. If they must go, try turning them into an easy soil amendment for your garden.
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Why Mowing The Grass Before Winter Could Be The Key To A Lush Spring Lawn
While your lawn may look like it's sleeping all winter, there's actually a lot of potential danger from pests and disease. Keeping it short may prevent them.
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Keep Bird Baths From Freezing With This Simple DIY Hack
Birds visit their baths even in the winter as they look for thawed water, so try to keep it from freezing. One common little object might just do the trick.
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10 Plants To Prune In December Before It's Too Late
Missed fall pruning? It's okay. You still have time to prune these 10 common shrubs, flowers, and trees during December. The upkeep is good for your garden!
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The Ideal Plant To Sow In December For Gorgeous Blooms In Spring
While poinsettias and evergreens might be on your mind in December, it's not too early to think about your spring garden. Sow these seeds now for flowers later.
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Protecting Your Rosemary Plants From Winter Chill Could Mean Better Growth In The Spring
Rosemary might remind you of cold-weather flavors, but this herb dislikes chilly weather. Protect your plant over the winter and it'll thank you by spring.
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Plant This Natural Solution To Prevent Moles In Your Garden Beds
Moles may be cute little things, but they can sometimes damage our precious flowers while digging. Planting bulbs in this genus could discourage them though.
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What The Old Farmer's Almanac Predicts For Snow This Christmas
You may be dreaming of a white Christmas, but will your region get snow this year? Here's what the Old Farmer's Almanac says we can expect this holiday season.
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The Tropical Flowering Shrub That Has Year-Round Blooms In Warmer Climates
People in warmer climates have access to tropical plants that other gardeners can't grow, like this colorful flowering shrub that can bloom all year long.
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HGTV Star John Gidding Reveals The Secret To Boosting Curb Appeal With Plants
HGTV's John Gidding is an expert when it comes to what gives your house that curb appeal. He says there are a few key plants that can transform your property.
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How To Remove A Tree Stump Without Harsh Chemicals Or Heavy Equipment
Tree stump removal can be pricey, but you might still want that unsightly eyesore out of your yard. Get it done the cheaper way without resorting to chemicals.
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The Soil Addition That Can Prepare Hostas For A Cold Winter
Hostas can handle cold weather in your garden pretty well, but constant temperature changes can damage the plant. Add this to your soil before winter to help.
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Citrus Vs. Snakes: Will This Fruity Solution Deter The Serpents? Here's What We Know
It can be scary to see snakes show up in our gardens. Some people think that tossing citrus peels around your garden will keep them away, but here's the truth.
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Save Old Coffee Grounds To Fertilize These 7 Vegetables For A Thriving Garden
Coffee grounds are an ideal fertilizer. Follow composting instructions and apply to the plants that will appreciate it, like these veggie garden favorites.
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