Is one of your New Year’s resolutions to get more exercise this year? Have you ever thought of gardening as a great way to ...

At some point over the winter a big limb fell from the bitternut hickory that stands outside the far corner of the vegetable garden. I don’t know why that limb — 9 to 10 inches in diameter — came down ...

This is an essential question that many gardeners do not consider until they get hurt! With the gardening season in full gear, this is the right time to give some thought to the way you handle ...

February may still have a chill in the air, but that doesn’t mean you have to wait to get your hands in the dirt. If you love gardening, this is the perfect month to lay the groundwork for a thriving, ...

Fall is one of the busiest times in the garden. Even spring, the season when most people get “planting fever,” doesn’t measure up to the amount of planting we can and should do now. Vegetable ...

Resolve to be a better, safer and more organized gardener in 2026. Here are just a few tips: • Wear shoes (not sandals), gloves, a hat and sunscreen (yes, even in winter) when working in the garden. • ...

Put these overlooked kitchen scraps to work in the garden and watch your plants thrive. Along with composting, eggshells can boost plant health, deter pests, and even suppress weeds—offering a ...