Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Carson Downing Many types of garden plants need watering in summer when they’re actively growing and rainfall is sporadic. But ...

Autumn brings renewed vigor to the garden. Trees ignite in fiery hues. Asters and sunflowers erupt with autumn blooms. Even our vegetable gardens regain productivity. The crisp nights and cool days of ...

If days filled with beach trips, backyard barbecues, and spontaneous swim parties delayed your gardening plans this summer, fear not: Many fruit trees are better suited for an early fall planting. The ...

Homeowners and landscapers frequently prioritize spring flowers and summer shade when choosing trees. Fall foliage, however, ...

View post: I Bought a $160 Window AC Last Year. It Kept My 140-Year-Old House Cool All Summer The end of summer does not have mean the end of planting — even if you live north of the Mason-Dixon Line.

Colorado's recent rainfall and early-season snow may seem like a sign that drought conditions are easing -- but the latest U.S. Drought Monitor, released Thursday, tells a different story. This week's ...

Here in the Midwest, I somewhat look at our seasons as being a rotation of punishment and reward. In winter and summer, we are subjected to temperature extremes. During these times we get really cold, ...

Storm-ready trees are structurally sound and properly maintained to minimize the risk of damage during harsh weather. Removing dead, weak or oversized limbs can help make your trees sturdy enough to ...