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At the time my husband, Hugh, and I planted our first vegetable gardens in northern Arizona, we intentionally designed both ...
In our last article ("Gardening Undercover," March 13), we suggested ways to protect your vegetable garden from slugs, snails ...
Learn how to get rid of squash vine borers with effective identification, prevention, and treatment strategies. Protect your ...
These are the best pruning shears for trimming branches, hedges, damaged stems and more, according to experts.
A dwarf lemon is flourishing nearby, next to large containers holding rosemary, a Mexican lime tree and a small manzanita.
Bugs in your plants don't always warrant the use of insecticides. There's a lot to consider before you pull the trigger.
Pigeons are a common sight in the UK, but their droppings and feathers can quickly turn your garden from a peaceful sanctuary ...
There are likely plenty of pests you haven't heard of until you come face-to-face with the damage they cause, like bean seed ...
When we think about vegetable gardens, we don’t usually think about interplanting flowers and herbs with our vegetables. In ...
Japanese beetles can cause major damage to your garden. This guide explains how to get rid of Japanese beetles without ...
Use organic mulch such as straw or shredded leaves around plants. This will conserve water during dry spells and control weeds the natural way, without chemical herbicides that could harm your ...
Many gardeners fight a constant battle against these creatures, though they are not classed as pests because of the positive ...