I’ve been taking Miguel, my 12-year-old Havanese, for 3,500-step walks around the neighborhood lately (and telling myself ...

Gardening is about having fun and trying new plants. It is also about being successful. Even dependable plants will die from time to time. Diversification of a garden is a good strategy to have. Gregg ...

Top the soil with a barrier. Cover the soil with a thin layer of sand, diatomaceous earth, or fine gravel. This barrier makes ...

So it’s time to say out with the old — in this case, warm-season bedding plants — and in with some new plants that are suited for the cool season. November is the perfect time to make this switch in ...

Fall is a crucial season for lawn care, setting the foundation for a lush, healthy yard when spring arrives. But keeping your ...

A stunning coleus, no doubt planted for its chartreuse-edged maroon leaves, is now punctuated by gangly 2 1/2-foot-tall spikes of tiny purple blooms. They're attention-grabbing, to be sure, but ...