As soon as the days get longer and the slightest bit of green reappears on the trees, I enter my gardening era. I’m not blessed with a naturally green thumb, but over the years, I've learned a lot ...

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The yard needs work. You think: I'll stick in some azaleas and re-seed the lawn. Rosalind Creasy is here to put you straight. Forget the lawn, forget the azaleas. Think Swiss chard and blueberries, ...

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Growing vegetables in your backyard is not only a way to save money, but it’s also fun. [PHOTO: JOHN GATHUA/STANDARD] Starting a vegetable garden at home is an easy way to save money. Having just a ...

Protect your garden from hungry critters. Discover expert strategies to keep deer, rabbits, and raccoons away from your ...

Many of us have downsized our outdoor garden spaces. If you’re like me, you want to grow vegetables or fruits, but what you want and how much space you have ...