Let’s talk about health. No, I’m not your doctor, and no, I’m not about to make you feel guilty about the fact that you didn’t exercise yesterday. I, too, may  …

As parents and grandparents of potential young gardeners, we have watched whimsical playtime in the backyard turn to bright staring faces behind blue tablets and screens. Eating out at a  …

Easter is a delightful time that brings together the warmth of family gatherings, the joy of spring's arrival, and the profound significance of religious observance. From attending inspiring church services  …

I’m guessing before we get into this, you want to know what the heck compost tea is. It certainly ain’t your afternoon cup of Earl Grey, I can tell you  …

As much as I love vegetable gardening, there’s something truly magical about having a few fruit trees in your yard. A fresh apple or peach or cherry straight from the  …

Family gardening time can also be a great way to occupy the younger ones in our midst with important, but engaging tasks that keep them busy. Usually, this is also  …

As gardeners, there's no shortage of disappointments out there waiting to swoop in and ruin the enjoyment of your garden. Rabbits may eat your strawberries, seeds may never germinate, and  …

I'm not gonna lie; it's darn hot as I'm writing this. The heat index is over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, and my parsley is looking at me like, "C'mon, woman! Where's  …

When it comes to magnolias, the Saucer Magnolia (Magnolia × soulangeana) stands out from the crowd in one spectacular way: its timing. While many trees are still shaking off Winter's  …

When most people think of gardening, they envision a sprawling area with raised garden beds and trellises and neatly grown lettuces all in a row. However, some of the most  …