In simple terms, compost is the product of controlled biological decomposition of organic material in an oxygenated (aerobic) ...

• Begin to plant pansies, pinks, snapdragons, ornamental cabbage and kale, and other winter color plants as temperatures cool ...

Just like your spring and summer mulching helped keep moisture in the soil, your fall and winter mulch accomplishes the same task.

One of the biggest threats to newly planted trees in Northeast Ohio is—you guessed it—deer. Deer eat leaves, buds, and even ...

Watering fruit trees correctly helps them grow strong roots, produce better fruit, and survive changing seasons. As ...

Professional tree stump removal costs hundreds of dollars. Alternative stump removal options often save money but have other ...

Hardscaping is a game-changer for fire-resistant landscaping — especially in Zone 0 — because it creates natural firebreaks that stop flames in their tracks. Think gravel pathways, brick patios, and ...

Volcano mulching is a detrimental gardening practice. According to LSU's AgCenter, mulch should never be piled up in a mound around the base of the trunk.

As the vibrant blooms of summer begin to fade, hydrangea owners may be considering what needs to be done in autumn to protect ...

This column is written by the Master Gardeners of Yolo County each month. It provides answers to selected questions that ...