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For frugal gardeners, rain is money that falls from the sky. Not only is it free, but many plants prefer it to city water that may contain chemicals.

Don’t worry about plant size, balance, complementary colors, and the overall design—simply plant what you like. These smart techniques will help.

Here’s a secret: It’s easier than you think. A lifelong gardener shares how—and why—to get started.

Spring-blooming stars are typically planted in the fall. But if you missed the window, it’s not too late to add other beautiful bulbs to your garden.

This simple but powerful technique improves soil health, reduces pests and disease, and creates a more sustainable garden.

The last frost date for an area is the key milestone in any gardening season, but Mother Nature can be unpredictable. Be prepared.

These 5 common types display beautiful, long-lasting blooms with the proper care.

Cold temps don’t have to mean a freeze in garden activity. Ward off the winter doldrums—and save money—by starting spring plantings indoors and more.

Variety selection is key. These tips will help you navigate this year’s dizzying garden catalog offerings.

Short days and cold weather mean that garden care should be a snap, right? Here are some tips to use the season to your advantage.

Eating well long after the growing season is easy: Simply dedicate some space in the garden for produce that will last for months after harvesting.

Protect your soil throughout the cold season with the right option for your garden.

We spend much of our lives inside, looking out at nature. Bring some wild goodness inside with lush, easy-care indoor plants that delight year-round.

Australia’s Jala avocado has single fruit weighing around one kilogram (2.2lb) and trees are now entering the market.

This tea has found its way into Spanish sherry, Roman rituals and the teacups of Peter Rabbit and Tinkerbell.

With a combination of natural methods, organic gardeners can keep their gardens as weed-free as their synthetic herbicide-spraying counterparts.

Justice Clarence Thomas’s opinion for the Supreme Court ‘bump stock firearms’ case may be more important for what it does not say than for what it does.

As the garden finally moves into the height of growing season, the pest pressure increases exponentially. Put down the bug spray, and read on.