Garden & Yard: Inspiration for Every Season
Browse a curated selection of articles designed to help you grow, maintain, and enjoy your outdoor spaces. From practical advice for planting and garden care to creative ideas for yard design and seasonal projects, discover resources to support a vibrant, healthy, and harmonious home environment.
Garden & Yard Reads
Autumn Leaves to Garden Gold: Composting Fall Leaves (and When to Mulch Instead)
Learn how to turn autumn leaves into rich compost, when to use leaves as mulch, and practical tips for healthy, sustainable gardens.
Fall Bulb Planting For Beautiful Spring Blooms
A complete guide to planting spring-flowering bulbs in fall for vibrant spring gardens, including tips for all climates, soil preparation, and design ideas.
How to Grow in Raised Planters: Zone-Smart Gardening
Set up thriving raised beds—soil prep, plant selection by USDA zone, watering, and seasonal care for dependable yields.
Juglone in Home Gardening: What You Need to Know
Learn how juglone from walnut trees affects garden plants, which species are sensitive or tolerant, and how to garden successfully around juglone-producing trees.
Raised Beds vs Containers vs Pots: Which Should You Grow In?
Compare raised beds, containers, and pots by zone, watering, soil volume, and cost. Pick your method and jump to full how-to guides.
Understanding USDA Hardiness Zones & Growing Seasons: A Practical, No Nonsense Guide
Understand USDA zones and growing seasons. Learn annual vs perennial basics, microclimates, and smart shopping for variety-specific hardiness.
Why Keep Your Fall Leaves? Discover the Hidden Benefits
Learn why leaving fall leaves in your garden supports soil health, wildlife, and fireflies, and how to use leaves for mulch and leaf mold.