Gardeners will reap the benefits of a simple spring task as it will help rid gardens of weeds so flowers can thrive.

You don’t need all 10 of the following, but the full set below will let you tackle most any yard job. 1.) Trowel. Think of ...

Learn how to best reuse potting soil from last season to enhance your garden's vitality, plus the best way to trim browned ...

The lack of sufficient organic material is no laughing matter when it comes to your soil’s tilth and fertility. The organic faction in your soil is the next all-important issue after soil texture and ...

By Shelby Carroll N.C. Cooperative Extension As the warmth of summer approaches, now is the perfect time to prepare your garden soil for a successful growing season. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener ...

Choose a planting site for rhubarb which receives a minimum of six hours of direct sunlight, free from the shade of trees or buildings. Since rhubarb is a perennial, it should be planted to one side ...

Few homes here come with gardens full of that rich, crumbly dark soil that is a gardener’s dream when it comes to growing ...

Get pruning. Most deciduous trees and shrubs (those that lose their leaves in autumn), including fruit trees, should be ...

Sage is a lovely herb, with distinct leathery leaves and a woody stature that resembles a miniature shrub. It's a mainstay of ...

Plant Medic columnist Ricky Kemery advises gardeners not to be to be impatient with garden tasks despite approach of spring.

Care requirements: Full sun to partial shade; well-drained to heavy clay soils ...