Mulching for winter matters more than you think. We talked to an expert to find out when, how, and why to do it right.

Description: Is woodchip mulch good or bad for fruit trees and vegetable gardens? This video gives my opinion and awesome ...

Mulch is an essential element of any permaculture garden. This video shares 11 natural mulches perfect for permaculture ...

Generous rains in December and early January made for early blooming hillsides and canyons. Already, hoary-leaf Ceanothus ( Ceanothus crassifolius) is showing its ivory-white colored flowers, soon to ...

If you want healthy food, experts say to eat what's local, organic and in-season. Those foods benefit the planet too, because ...

I haven't been doing much in my garden this month, but there is one simple task I've done regarding my hydrangeas and roses ...

As winter wanes and the first signs of spring begin to emerge, many home gardeners find themselves itching to dig into the ...

Weeds can be a real pain for gardeners, but there are ways to remove them and prevent them from returning.

Professional gardeners have shared their recommended essential jobs to do in the garden during February, come rain or shine.

January is a tricky month for gardeners. It is usually a slow month for outdoor gardening, but it's the perfect time to assess your garden and plan for successful growing seasons. So, get outside and ...

Head out into the forest and you'll find every plant surrounded by nature's mulch — fallen leaves and decomposing vegetation. The soil beneath the litter is usually moist and nutrient-rich. We can ...

The old adage is that “if it blooms in the late summer or fall, you dig and divide it in late winter or very early spring.” ...