With the crack of dawn, somewhere, a gardener trudges into their garden. They squat down on the garden bed and start digging the soil with a shovel. For them, it’s as harmless as a cup of morning tea.

Key Points Wait for the soil to warm before digging, tilling, or seeding.Delay mowing and fertilizing until the grass is ...

Our recent cooler nights have me feeling frisky about prepping the yard for spring. It’s not too late to sow wildflower seed. It’s also the best time to plant perennials, trees, bulbs, cool-season ...

5 things to do in the garden this week: Fruits. Strawberry tree is a moniker attached to two arboreal species. One of them (Arbutus unedo) is a popular ornamental tree prized for its domed canopy and ...

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Think your garden worms are all helpful? Learn how 12 common soil dwellers reveal hidden problems or strengths in your beds before they hit your plants.

Warm, workable soil is key to a successful spring garden. Use these simple tests to know when conditions are right to plant ...

Crack open the surface of your garden soil and pay attention to what shows up. That dusty, dry texture doesn’t just sit there ...