“He who marvels at the beauty of the world in summer will find equal cause for wonder and admiration in winter” said John Burroughs, an American naturalist from the last century. Maybe I am stretching ...
Moss is one of those plants often overlooked and many even choose to remove it from their yard. However, we've noticed moss become a bit of a trend in gardens this year, with gardeners taking ...
Experts reveal 2026’s biggest garden design trends, from edible landscapes and patio gardens to low-maintenance plants and ...
CHICAGO (WLS) -- Tis the season for the Chicagoland area to try to keep our holiday greens looking their best. Per Jennifer Brennan, with Chalet stop by ABC 7 Eyewitness News to share tips and tricks ...
Even if you’ve got a beautifully designed garden, there are plenty of reasons to add plants in containers to your home. You can decorate a front porch or backyard patio with boxes or pots of flowers.
Boxwoods are among the best shrubs for landscaping, but what can you plant to break up their dense, often uniform shape?
Perlite, a volcanic rock, is a common ingredient in potting mixes. It improves drainage, aeration and water retention in soil. Perlite is lightweight and can be added to in-ground gardens, but it's ...
If your outdoor space consists of a deck, patio or balcony, you can create a small-scale garden paradise that brings you joy for months or years to come. And even if you live in a warmer climate or ...
Not everyone is born with a green thumb and picking up a garden shovel for the first time might feel like a scary prospect. But even those who kill everything they try to grow will be glad to know ...
Garden soil may seem like the right choice for an outdoor container garden, but as it turns out, there are better options. Here’s what to know. Why is garden soil a bad choice for outdoor plants in ...