If you’ve ever looked at a shady corner in your yard and wondered how to make it look alive, you’re not alone.

The layer of fallen leaves provides winter shelter and insulation for many creatures, including insects, spiders, toads, ...

Black spots on tomato leaves are usually caused by fungal diseases like Septoria leaf spot or early blight, which thrive in warm, humid weather and can reduce yields or kill plants if untreated. Treat ...

Landscaping under any tree can be challenging, thanks to the dense shade cast by the branches and the abundance of thick roots in the soil. But black walnut trees (Juglans nigra) seem to be in a ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Pests like hornworms are common tomato garden pests that will make quick work of your tomato plants. Some of these pesky bugs may hide out in ...

False cypress is a beautiful evergreen that grows well in many landscapes. Make the most of this tree by planting it with one ...

There are a lot of leaves outside my window, and I’m guessing your view might be similar. This carpet of dead foliage is often viewed as a nuisance, but it can be an important component in the garden.

If you were a Girl Scout or a Boy Scout, you probably heard the adage "leaves of three, let them be" to deter you from getting poison ivy rash. And, while it is true that a poison ivy leaf contains ...

Some garden plants are ant magnets - but not always for the wrong reasons. Here's when to worry and when to let them march on.