Clay soil can be a real pain and I have been struggling with it for years. When you are preparing soil for grass, you have a lot of options. But …

Lemon trees make a beautiful and functional addition to a yard. The fruit has rich amounts of vitamin C. The juice improves digestion, skin health and just makes water taste …

Like many others, I began my composting adventures with grass clippings, the one organic material that I had a never-ending supply of. I didn’t fully understand the science of it …

On a recent trip to St. Croix, my wife found herself taken with the palm trees that blanket the island. Now, it evokes images of beach vacations and exotic locations …

Is it possible that butterflies are harmful to plants? This seems like a silly question. “Haven’t you ever heard of butterfly gardens? Most gardeners want to attract butterflies.” The idea …

We all realize the benefit of compost but if you need a lot, it can get pricey. If you are wanting to learn how to get compost for free, this …

Compost is heralded as the fix-all black gold of the horticulture world. Not only can it improve any soil type, but it is also free to make and extremely cheap …

Watering plants can be a little bit of a hassle. Overwater and you risk root rot. Forget to water and you may find a wilted dying plant gasping for life. …

I learned how to edge my lawn with a string trimmer out of necessity. For some time now I have had my eye on a battery-powered edger. I’m not quite …

There are good reasons to just stick with Stihl MotoMix® (a premixed solution) vs. going with alternatives. But if you are wondering what your options are and how they stack …