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No-dig farming – or more properly, no-till farming – used to be quite rare, but it has become more possible with the ...

You don't need much to start making your own garden gold – discover easy, affordable bin options as well as solutions to take ...

Organic gardening is all about growing plants without synthetic chemicals. That means no man-made fertilizers, no lab-made ...

Dear Roaring Fork, Climate change can feel overwhelming. Melting glaciers, mega-storms, burning forests — it’s easy to feel powerless. But what if the answer isn’t just in policy or protest? What if ...

If you make a pot of coffee every morning, disposing of the grounds is just part of the routine. Coffee grounds can be ...

These beautiful plants are notorious for being a bit dramatic, so if yours is looking like it needs some care, one expert has issued some advice.

Keep cardboard boxes out of the trash and repurpose them to remove weeds in your garden using a sustainable technique.

Japanese maples are some of the most stunning trees to grow in gardens. But while they are low-maintenance, during long, hot ...

Here are the best shade perennials gardening experts recommend, including plants that attract pollinators such as bees and ...

Divide irises when they are dormant in midsummer. After blooming in spring, plants slowly move into a dormant period that ...

Cheap and cheerful to grow from seed, biennials are perfect for gardeners who like to plan ahead. Here's what biennials you ...