It is a real bummer to walk to your garden on a summer afternoon and find sun-scorched plants wilting away in the heat. You've tested your soil, and you even  …

As an avid gardener, I'm always on the lookout for show-stopping plants, and let me tell you, growing Limelight Hydrangea has quickly become one of my absolute favorites! With its  …

You've likely come across Botrytis rot, otherwise known as gray mold, on your fruits, vegetables, or other plants at some point. In cool, damp conditions, the fungus Botrytis cinerea can spread quickly  …

Julia Child, the iconic American chef, author, and television personality, left an indelible mark on the culinary world with her passion for French cuisine. Among her many celebrated recipes, Julia's  …

Thirteen years ago my husband, Mark, and I bought a rectangular little house on a rectangular green grass lawn. It reminded me of the little plastic houses on the board  …

As a health-conscious gardener who enjoys growing my own food, I understand the importance of making wise choices regarding the foods I consume. I remember a day last summer when  …

As I stroll through my flower garden, I can't help but marvel at the beauty and harmony that can be achieved through the art of companion planting. Over the years,  …

As almost any gardener knows, deer are beautiful, graceful creatures. But when you have deer in the garden, they're evil beings set on destruction. Okay, maybe that's an exaggeration. They  …

There’s something magical about a balcony garden. I don’t know if it’s the act of bringing nature into such an unlikely environment or if it’s the confidence that seems to  …

Planting in the garden is a timeless act that connects us to the earth and the cycle of life. It is a powerful metaphor for growth, renewal, and the nurturing  …