Leatherwood is one of the earliest shrubs to bloom in spring. They are distinguished by their complete lack of pretensions and a unique growth habit that permits instant recognition. They
Trees are essential to life on earth, and most of the time, we should protect and cultivate them. However, there are times when it’s necessary to get rid of trees.
Survey the weed situation from every angle—calmly, carefully, without prejudice if possible—but there is simply no getting around it. Weeds are still weeds! They are unwanted plants that appear in
With due respect to those who have a so-called “green thumb,” I feel that most of their success comes from knowledge and experience in proper planting and care. Here, therefore,
The beautiful Josephine, consort of Napoleon Bonaparte, was an ardent gardener. Her gardens at Malmaison, her country home near Paris, became famous. She was eager to try out new seeds
Growing a lawn is one of those pastimes that have begun to fall out of favor due to environmental concerns, yet it won’t be going away any time soon. Your
Unlike most types of garden, your lawn is one you probably never associated with gardening. However, caring for a lawn can take a lot of work and many (or even
A garden needs dramatic accent plants! Use them sparingly so that they will be effective. In contrast with its surroundings, a plant becomes an accent piece. Color, texture, shape, and
Use steps to make your garden more convenient and interesting. Practical types do the dutiful work of getting you up and down from one level to another. At the same
Dependably hardy, at least as far north as southern New England, Japanese holly is also easy to grow in the mid-South. Like American holly, the Japanese make a larger plant