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By Kimberly Toscano, gardening expert, landscape designer and writer.   While the collapse of European honeybees has garnered much attention, hundreds of lesser-known bee species buzz through your backyard unaware...

By Kimberly Toscano It takes more than nectar to entice butterflies to take up residence in your garden. While nectar-rich flowers attract passersby to stop and feed, host plants send...

by Amanda Keep your garden tools clean and sharp to prevent rust and keep them lasting longer. They say a workman (or woman) is only as good as his tools,...

by Amanda As much as garden maintenance can be considered one of the less glamorous aspects of our beloved pastime, it can go quicker than you’d think if you gather...

by Amanda Summer brings an abundance of blooms, interest and color to the garden, but can also bring extreme temperatures that can be hard on your plants.  For many plants,...

Pollinators need our help - and your yard can make a difference! A Monarch Waystation is an intentionally-managed garden that provides food and habitat for the endagered Monarch butterfly population....

by Amanda Shepherd, Garden Writer | Last Updated 2/11/25 One of the most enjoyable aspects of planting a pollinator garden is being able to identify the different butterflies, bees, and...

  Many gardeners think of Memorial Day as the cutoff for planting in the garden, but that’s not the case! There is still plenty of time to plant in June...

by Amanda Shepard, Staff Writer | Updated 4/8/25 Whether you’re gardening on a balcony in the city or on acres of land, containers are a great addition to any garden....

by Jenny After winter, recharge the tired soil in your container garden by using the tips below. Container gardens really benefit from a little extra attention come springtime. In addition...

by Amanda This shade-loving perennial garden includes Hostas, Geranium and Lamium. Gardening in shade can sometimes be challenging, but doesn’t have to be frustrating! Turn your shady areas into colorful...