Kale (Brassica oleracea) is a popular vegetable for salads, fresh-blended smoothies, and soups. Whether you cook kale or eat ...

The anticipation of cheerful spring bulbs can keep the gardener going through the dull winter months. John Hoyland advises on ...

Dear Neil: What would have caused all these holes in my hostas’ leaves? Snails?

In the New Orleans area, fall is not just a kaleidoscope of falling leaves and a gateway to dreary cold.. It's a season with ...

Not every room in your house is built equally. Some get lots of natural light and others don't -- these are the plants that ...

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, fall-blooming perennials become the stars of the garden, offering vibrant colors and attracting a variety of pollinators just as the growing season ...

A: Bricks, pavers and flagstones don’t count. There is adequate air space between the stones to allow free passage of air ...

Desert landscapes need additional deep watering only three or four times each year. Give them deep watering when the air temperatures get hot — don’t wait.

By choosing these natives, you’re not just beautifying your space but also supporting local wildlife and contributing to the ...

But in fact the long-lasting flowers of many kinds of ornamental grasses are one of their great charms, effortlessly adding a ...

I'm writing this article to let everyone know of some new and unusual plants that grow well here in Tehachapi. First of all, it's always better to plant spring-blooming plants in the fall. They ...

Shrubs and trees are best planted in autumn and winter, giving them time to put down roots so they’re ready to cope with ...