Moss in the City — William Moss

Rewards and challenges of gardening in cities and small spaces.
NEW for August! Peat Moss in the Garden: Is it Sustainable? Nothing is as simple as it seems. Case in point: peat makes a great growing medium that many gardeners rely on for everything from seed starting to ... more >>

Edible Landscaping — Charlie Nardozzi

Ideas for growing an abundance of vegetables, herbs, fruits, and edible flowers.
NEW for September! Fall Garden Cover Crops Growing a fall cover crop is one of those good garden tasks that we all know we should do, but often don't find the time for ... more >>

Celebrating the Seasons — Rebecca Kolls

Creative ideas, crafts, and decorations for every season.
NEW for August! Get Three Perennials for the Price of One! Dig and Divide Dig them up, chop into pieces, and replant. By dividing your perennials, you'll not only get more (free) plants, but — harsh as the process sounds — your perennials will actually ... more >>

National News

Summer is biting insect time, and not only are mosquitoes annoying, they can transmit diseases such as West Nile virus and encephalitis. There is a plethora of repellent sprays on the market to ... more news >>

Tip of the Week

Fertilize Camellias
If your camellia bushes have pale yellow leaves, they need a dose of fertilizer. Provide these acid-loving plants with a balanced fertilizer containing chelated iron. The iron will help green up the leaves.