Did you know the microbes in your compost pile is still active in the dead of winter? They will be if you take certain steps ...

Did you know that you don't have to throw away all the fallen leaves in your yard? Leaves are a valuable source of nutrients ...

Susan Thoman started working in the composting industry in 2004 and was introduced to plastic alternatives for composting in ...

The right amount of calcium in the soil can help plants grow healthy and strong. Test your soil first to determine how much ...

Prep the location where you want your garden to be by leveling raised spots with a shovel, pulling out large weeds, and ...

If you want to continue caring for birds but wish to prevent rodents from gathering for the leftovers, there are a few things ...

Key Points Prune hostas in fall after frost for tidy beds, but waiting until spring protects crowns and roots.In summer, remove dead or damaged leaves and spent flowers to keep plants healthy.Always ...

In today’s paved-over world, rain rarely gets the chance to sink into the soil. More often, it hurries over roofs, driveways, and concrete paths, dragging oil, dirt, and debris along the way before ...

The Public Health Communication Centre briefing says environmental odour pollution has damaging health effects.

When to cut: The best time to cut back ornamental grasses is in spring when plants prepare to green up, but warm-season grasses can also be pruned during their fall and winter dormancy. Remove ...

And with wet weather likely ahead, we thought we’d share some of the biggest mistakes he sees gardeners make in heavy rain: 1 ...

This is always a bittersweet time of the year for me. Gardening is one of my favorite activities during the summer, but in my ...