When roots encroach on your side of the property line, it's time to consult a certified arborist.

Homeowners have several low-maintenance alternatives. Clover lawns stay green with little watering. Buffalo grass grows well in dry conditions. Xeriscaping uses rocks and drought-tolerant plants to ...

You may enjoy spending time with your plants because it helps you relieve stress, but that is only one of the many benefits of gardening. Whether growing a large vegetable garden or a small ornamental ...

Discover drought-tolerant native desert trees—whitethorn acacia, catclaw mimosa and screwbean mesquite—that shelter songbirds ...

Pairing well with many plants and tolerating diverse soil types, wild stonecrop is a great choice for a native plant in your ...

In one recent study of commercial composts, every single one of the 11 products tested contained microplastics, with cleaner, eco-labeled brands still showing lower but measurable levels.

Rain gardens are practical and aesthetic additions most homes will benefit from, and if you're looking for inspiration, check ...

PORTLAND — Near the end of Alba Street, a wooden box with a slanted roof and a see-through door pokes out the top of the snow bank along the sidewalk. Inside is a collection of mismatched coffee mugs ...

Happy new gardening year! Yes, I know it’s a bit early to actually start planting, but it’s never too early to think about ...