Marilu Knode is a curator, arts administrator and self-taught passionate amateur gardener living in Wauwatosa. She currently ...

It means that it is time to start prepping for gardening. In Southern Vermont, it is not really safe to begin planting outdoors until after May 18. This is, according to both Urban Farmer and The Old ...

One way to address issues is through companion planting eggplant with beneficial plants. These advantageous partners can help ...

This cold spring may be frustrating for local gardeners, but there are some things you can do while waiting for the weather ...

Companion planting, the practice of growing two or more plants side-by-side for symbiotic benefits, has been popular for generations. While some champion its effectiveness in pest control, increased ...

What’s the most important step in planting a tree or shrub? Thinking it through first. “How a tree is planted makes a huge difference in how healthy it will be and how long it is likely to ...

A plant hardiness zoning guide is perfect for beginner gardeners who are unsure which plants are most suited for their area. The same is true if you're looking to expand your garden. Using a plant ...

After last year brought high temperatures that marked one of the hottest summers to date, the Farmers' Almanac is predicting that this summer will also be a scorcher in Rhode Island. The Farmers ...

She recommends planting seeds in potted soil, and taking them outside to "harden them off, but always bring them back in" at night. According to the Old Farmer's Almanac, when preparing to ...

Break free from the expectations of Big Gardening (and your uppity neighbors) by adopting the fascinating trend of chaos gardening. Your homeowners association may not be thrilled at the end result, ...

The Farmer's Almanac predicts a "brutally humid, wet" summer for the Southeast, with more rain and thunderstorms than usual in the Gulf Coast and Southern Plains. Summer allergy season will ...

The Farmer's Almanac predicts a "brutally humid, wet" summer for the Southeast, with more rain and thunderstorms than usual in the Gulf Coast and Southern Plains. Summer allergy season will continue ...