The days are getting longer, the air smells sweeter, and little buds are starting to peek through the soil. Spring is officially here, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to roll up your sleeves ...

Grow edible food, flowers and more with these indoor gardening ideas that fit any home or apartment. An indoor garden might sound like a strange idea — but it’s a great option for those who don’t have ...

There is an old adage that says the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago and the second-best time is today. That rings true in autumn in Greater Columbus as September and October can be the best ...

We declutter the inside of our homes during “spring cleaning,” but when it comes to tidying gardens and yards, fall is the real star. “It’s the perfect time to focus on cleaning up gardens and ...

Just because autumn begins in a few short weeks, there’s no reason to stop gardening and improving your home and landscape. Autumn is the best time to plant new trees in the landscape and to improve ...

The begonia is a much-loved perennial to have in a backyard. Not only is it relatively low maintenance, but its beautiful blooms come in a variety of colors which work wonders at brightening up a ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Our recent column introduced matrix planting, a naturalistic approach to designing a garden bed, or a full garden. This design approach reflects natural ...

Your Florida porch is already soaking in sunshine, why not let it bloom with personality, too? Whether you’re sipping sweet tea in Sarasota or catching the breeze in Boca, your front porch sets the ...

Creating a beautiful plant display in your home or garden does not need to cost a fortune. You can easily add a vintage glam or modern chic feel by reusing or upcycling old furniture or other ...

RIGHT ABOUT THIS time last year, the Puget Sound region experienced a “heat dome event,” when temperatures soared to record highs and stayed there for days. While heat is perhaps the most obvious ...

When I lived in New York City, the view from my kitchen window was framed by a tremendous scarlet oak (Quercus coccinea) who towered over the brick homes below — a 150-year-old remnant from before the ...

In September, I led a group of garden, castle and pub lovers to visit Ireland. The warm and friendly people of the Emerald Isle were the biggest stars of the tour. We learned new ideas and plant ...