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The maintenance required to keep a plant healthy and looking good is a key considerationwhen designing a landscape.

Potatoes are a staple of many people's diets. Versatile, affordable and tasty, potatoes are, not surprisingly, included in myriad recipes

Spring is a season of rejuvenation, and perhaps nowhere is that rebirth more noticeable than in the yard. Each spring, grass begins to grow ag…

The lines between the outdoors and indoors are being blurred. Homeowners build extensive outdoor living spaces so they can relax on weather-re…

Landscapes are vulnerable to the elements during the cold weather months. Everything from deicing products to hungry animals to the weight of …

Come the holiday season, perhaps no tradition evokes the warm and fuzzy

Foliage and football might be two things people instantly associate with fall, but there's more to this beloved season than brightly colored l…

Trees benefit a landscape by serving both aesthetic and utilitarian functions. A home surrounded by healthy green trees can be a sight to beho…

Spring and summer are perhaps the busiest times of year for gardeners. However, fall also is a prime time to tend to gardens.

No garden is immune to disease. Even the most attentive, experienced gardeners have had to confront disease in their gardens, which can lead t…

Perennials can add color and vibrancy to any garden. One of the more desirable components of perennials is that they come back year after year…

Homeowners choose plants for their properties based on a number of variables. Some may be into growing their own foods, while others desire their gardens to be an awe-inspiring mélange of bright colors and alluring scents. There's no wrong reason to plant a fresh garden, but some plants offer extra benefits, such as repelling insects.

Homeowners enjoy gardening for many different reasons. In addition to adding beauty to a property, gardens can offset grocery costs by yielding tasty produce. They also offer important habitats and food sources for both insects and animals.

The final weeks of winter, and even the first few weeks of spring, are still chilly in many parts of the world. Despite those last vestiges of winter chills, late winter is a great time to begin preparing gardens for the coming planting season.

As the seasons change, so, too, do the conditions outside. And those conditions affect indoor houseplants much like they do lawns, gardens and trees. So it's vital that people with houseplants do not overlook the need to keep houseplants going strong as fall gives way to winter.

Wreaths may need some care to maintain their beauty all month long. Here are some tips to help holiday wreaths last as long as possible.

Poinsettias and their rich red, white or variegated color schemes are the ideal backdrop for Christmas celebrations. 

Fall leaves are lots of fun, unless you’re the one that has to rake them. The good news is you don’t have to rake them this year.

It can be easy to forget that the big trees in your yard are plants just like your more fragile roses and flowers that need frequent care.

Summer is a season to relax and enjoy the warm weather. Basking in the summer sun is a great way to relax, but only when the temperatures are safe.

Is your backyard an open space you feel that's too exposed and offers no sense of privacy or seclusion? A fence isn't the only solution. In many cases, planting tall grass or dense foliage can create an enclosed atmosphere while beautifying your property.

While you should welcome some insects to your gardens — remember those pollinators? — there are other pests that are less welcome. Among those are the scourge of the summer months, the mosquito.

You can pack your gardens with plants that are edible to more than just bees and butterflies. With a little work, you can make your yard beautiful both outdoors and on your dinner plate.

Spring is the time to plant summer-blooming bulbs, such as dahlias, gladiolas, lilies, caladiums, and elephant ears. Store bulbs in a cool, dry place until all danger of frost has passed, then it's time to plant.

Houseplants can be used to improve indoor spaces, and they also provide various health benefits.

Decking the halls this season can be made even easier with some of these handy ideas.

Most people associate poinsettias with the holidays, but their elegance and signature vibrant colors make people want to preserve their plants beyond New Year’s Day. That’s possible with the right care, experts say.

Fall lawn care differs from spring and summer lawn care, even if the weather of summer lingers into autumn. Homeowners who want their lawns to thrive year-round can take advantage of the welcoming weather of fall to address any existing or potential issues.

Autumn is an ideal time to get into the garden and ensure that flowers, trees, and garden beds will over-winter successfully.

Although spring and summer are widely seen as the peak of the gardening season, the mild temperatures of autumn can also be a prime time for planting vegetables. A handful of factors need to be taken into consideration when planning fall vegetable gardens.

Pollinators are essential for gardens, whether those gardens are commercial operations or small backyard plots. Gardeners should allow pollinators to share their spaces and be mindful of behaviors that can threaten their survival.

Lawn and garden enthusiasts who want to make their properties as idyllic as possible should depend on mulch to help them accomplish that goal.

Container gardening can bring a garden into any home, whether it's a light-filled house or an apartment where sunlight is sparse.

Gardening enthusiasts have been thinking about their landscape plans throughout the winter and are eager to get their hands dirty once again.

Spring is a season of revival, and that spirit of rejuvenation extends to lawns. When the last signs of winter begin to disappear, homeowners can dust off their gardening gloves and start taking steps to revitalize their lawns for the months ahead.

Even though succulents are becoming more popular, some people are still unaware of their attributes. Learning more about these unusual plants might turn even run-of-the-mill gardeners into devotees.

Gardening is a rewarding hobby that can pay a host of dividends, both for the planet and the people doing the gardening. Healthy plant life can help clean the air by absorbing carbon dioxide and various air pollutants, while the act of gardening can help gardeners combat stress.