IF you live by the sea, you’d think nothing of dragging back a bucket of bladder wrack from the beach to use as mulch on your ...

With our outdoor plants now properly covered with a blanket of snow, it’s time to turn our attention to our houseplants and ...

Once you test your soil for pH, you will know whether or not you need to adjust the pH level for the specific crop you will grow. Garden lime consists of finely ground limestone and is applied to the ...

• Before the heat and dry air of spring and summer, update your irrigation system to in-line drip, flexible tubing with ...

A successful vegetable garden starts with having proper watering techniques. Learn about the mistakes to avoid when watering ...

Homeowners are warned about the dangers of honey fungus, a parasitic infection that can devastate trees and shrubs in domestic gardens. The fungus, scientifically known as Armillaria, attacks and ...

Give your garden a head start by starting your seeds indoors. When your last frost date rolls around, you'll have seedlings ...

In terms of materials to avoid, the Hillsborough head gardener suggests steering clear of diseased plants, perennial weeds ...

— Find a space to dry seeds, such as a barn, shed or greenhouse, well before it is needed. — Stock up on equipment, such as ...

As gardeners get ready for spring, there is one job that they can neglect in February that will greatly benefit their flowers ...