Hydrangeas that bloom on old wood can finish flowering so late in the season that pruning them after they bloom may not leave enough time for them to form flower buds for next year. It’s often best to ...

Don’t put a lemon tree in a pot that is too large. “Choose a pot that is about 15% larger in volume than the current pot the lemon is in,” Fleming says. Putting a lemon tree in an oversized container ...

Keeping leaves in your yard can bolster the number and variety of species around — and the perks go beyond just the fall ...

Basil is the heart of the summer garden. Its sweet, aromatic leaves can transform a simple pasta dish, elevate a fresh tomato ...

Growing lemon trees in containers isn't hard if you give them light, water, and good soil. Here are some tips for growing and ...

Ferns are perfect plant for a shady porch. Learn how to keep your porch ferns alive and healthy through the fall and how to ...

Growing peppers can be one of the most satisfying parts of tending a backyard garden. From sweet bells to fiery habaneros, ...

A lake that is caustic and deadly to most provides a sanctuary to one of the largest lesser flamingo populations in the world ...

Murphy's decades of experience in both college and pro baseball have helped him find success. Former pupil Dustin Pedroia ...

Poinsettias are wildly popular around the holidays. If you're gifted one or want to liven up your home with a seasonal plant, ...

Aloe plants are succulents, so they thrive on very little water. It's important to let their roots fully dry out between ...

Depression causes persistent feelings of sadness. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is when depression symptoms occur in ...