Tranquility is a hot commodity during a pandemic, and it may be as close as your backyard or patio. No matter the size of your space or your budget, a backyard or patio garden, particularly one that ...

Ever wish your backyard felt like a little getaway? With a few clever garden layout ideas, you can turn even a small yard ...

Feet running through soil and bright hands pulling weeds like treasures is what every childhood should be. Every backyard ...

Hello Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners! A delayed happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there in the Valley. Although the most popular gift is clothing, a power tool is always a great choice for ...

Landscaping your front yard isn't all about the plants and flowers you choose to grow. Rocks of all shapes and sizes can also be used widely as a landscaping device, adding interest, contrast and ...

Hummingbirds hum. Chickens cluck. Domesticated wild cats attempt to find their way into the chicken coops. And squirrels crawl up bird feeders to have a good old time — it’s fine dining up there, ...

Ever notice how a quiet yard suddenly comes alive when birds drop by? Their visits bring color, music, and a surprising bonus: natural pest control. Birds are more than just pretty visitors. They help ...

Learn how certain flies, wasps, spiders, and other beneficial garden insects can keep garden pest populations in check and strengthen your backyard ecosystem. Our gardens are home to many natural ...

The Gardens of Eden is either a happy coincidence or a sign of the times. Published in early April, the book goes into the homes of gardeners who are fashioning their environments into lush green ...

Every block has one house that shines a little brighter than the others, and with these DIY landscaping ideas, that property can be yours. Whether you’re after curb appeal or crave an oasis of an ...

Your yard should be your outdoor retreat and the place where you can relax and entertain. Even if you have great neighbors, you don’t want them peering into your yard or feeling like everyone in your ...

Everybody needs a relaxing hobby to exercise their mind, body, and spirit. Gardening, in particular, offers the perfect blend of creativity and physical activity with an added bonus of environmental ...