Many gardeners love being outside in their garden on a beautiful sunny summer afternoon. But what if your garden is in a full-sun location and the air temperature is 95 degrees with a heat index of ...

I have read that mint is easy to grow here, easier than almost any herb. Why am I still having problems? Like everything, mint is easy if you give it what it needs. Many herbs we grow are ...

Mint is a great herb to have in your garden because it not only tastes amazing in a fresh-brewed tea but it's also one of ...

Many of the most commonly used herbs in the kitchen are easily grown indoors including basil, chives, dill, parsley, and ...

When it comes to the garden, mention the word "shade" and visions of hostas, ferns, moss and other multi-hued plants of green come to mind for many. In fact, some plants have become synonymous with ...

Many of our favorite flowers require full sun to grow. But, what about the corners and spots under trees that are shielded from light? Before giving up on finding blooms for the dark corners of your ...

If you have a vision of the perfect garden, it might well be one of sun-drenched, colourful borders, and this lovely fantasy is the reason estate agents are always quick to point out a south-facing ...

Given a looming drought and my growing awareness of the importance of Earth-friendly gardening, I decided to try making my shady backyard less thirsty and more environmentally nurturing by finding ...