Gardening

Portobello mushrooms have sprung up on restaurant menus all over North America. And why not? They have ex

Everyone wants to have a good-looking lawn, one that is lush and green without weeds, bare spots or dying

No matter where you live, you want to make the most of the good weather days. Spending time on the patio is even more relaxing when you add seasonal color and interest with container plants, window boxes, or beds of annuals, perennials, and shrubs. And since many plants attract tons of pollinators, you’ll enjoy watching butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds...

If the purpose of your garden is to beautify your surroundings, garden accents can definitely help to you

One hundred pounds of tomatoes from just 100 square feet. Twenty pounds of carrots from 24 square feet. Delicious vegetables from a 15-by-20-foot plot. Believe it or not, it's not impossible to grow your own vegetable garden with yields of this nature. All that's required is some patience and smart tactics to get the most out of your garden...

There's nothing quite like a garden overflowing with gorgeous flowers. Their enticing aromas and bold hues are the perfect way to celebrate the summer season. But if your garden starts to go downhill once temps warm up, settling on a plan to keep your beds blooming is key. Scroll through for a look at 30+ statement summer flowers that...

If you've longed envied a neighbor's lush vegetable garden, it's time to consider growing your own. Believe it or not, starting a vegetable garden doesn't have to be a huge feat. There are a number of healthy and delicious vegetables, including crisp cucumbers, lettuce, and carrots, that don't require a great deal of effort to grow. See 10 of...

Like clockwork, perennial flowers and plants pop up every blooming season with fresh buds, refreshed colors, and bold aromas. By definition, perennials are plants that live more than two years, and the name literally translates to "through the years." Unlike short-lived annuals or biennials (plants that take two years to grow), these varieties are fairly low-maintenance after their initial...

With a basic understanding of flower types and planting techniques, you can have a lively garden that will be the envy of your neighbors all summer long. From marigolds to sunflowers, here are the best—and easiest—summer flowers to grow. You don't need a green thumb with any of these popular summer garden picks. 1Marigolds Many consider this flower a go-to for...

Why should every other room in the house get all the houseplant love? You may not spend as much time in here as the living room or the kitchen, but that doesn’t mean this room has to be boring and blah. Greenery is a way to add that spa feeling to your bathroom, too! In fact, it's actually the...