Gravel gardens are low-maintenance and water-wise, making them a popular choice. But it's important to plant perennials that ...

You can plant grass seed anytime during the growing season, but doing so in fall takes advantage of cooler temperatures and milder sun.

It can be tempting to keep mowing and pruning your lawn in an effort to keep it looking good beyond summer, but it won't ...

Aerate your lawn before reseeding in the fall. We asked a lawn-care expert to explain why aerating cool-season lawns in fall ...

Ok. Let’s get this out of the way. Every time I write about lawns, my inbox jams up with messages from the lawn haters. “Biological wasteland.” “Unconscionable assault on nature.” “Abomination upon ...

Scientists classify soil based on factors such as mineral content, texture, drainage capacity, and fertility. Globally, the 7 most common types of soil form the basis of farming and ecosystem balance: ...

While we've all enjoyed the summer, it's time to face the fact that it's coming to an end. However, autumn brings with it a fantastic opportunity to get our lawns back into top shape. Homeowners are ...

Grass seed is harvested in this file photo. The Oregon Department of Agriculture has accused an Albany seed dealer of shorting payments to farmers for tall fescue seed produced in 2024. (Courtesy ...

As any avid gardener knows, having the right soil in your garden is one of the most important steps in achieving healthy plant growth. Unfortunately, homeowners with heavy clay soil in their yards ...

I'm an enthusiastic gardener, no Alan Titchmarsh, but I do take great satisfaction in maintaining my outdoor area. So, I was absolutely gutted when winter wreaked havoc on my lawn, leaving it in a ...

A dog lover has blamed uncut weeds for a trip to the vet for his dog that left him £300 out of pocket. Richard Freedman said seeds from sprouting grass got stuck in Chester the cockapoo's ears while ...