Compost is one of the best organic gardening amendments. It adds nutrients, improves soil structure, enhances water retention, helps keep organic matter out of landfills, and is easy to make at home. Depending on how you care for your compost, it can ...

Sunny porches dotted with a mismatched selection of containers filled with medicinal herbs, patios with large containers of tomatoes and hot peppers, or a balcony with window boxes bursting with salad greens are among the many ways to enjoy a container garden. Whether you live in a small apartment or on an extensive property, container gardens have a unique appeal. They add b...

We’ve often discussed succession planting vegetable crops like sweet corn, zucchini, and bush beans to avoid gluts and shortages here on the blog, but it’s also an excellent technique for flower gardening. Whether you’r...

Toads are the nighttime guardians of your garden. Even if you don’t see them, you might hear them. Toad’s have beautiful trills that echo through the spring and summer evenings. These nocturnal creatures come out at night to feed on insects, protecting your plants and keeping the ecosystem in balance. There are several toads that live in the Southeastern United States and wit...