Are biting frosts enough to help you eradicate weeds in the garden, or can those pesky plants survive sub-zero temperatures ...

Ice and airplane wings don’t mix particularly well, with the added weight making it hard for the aircraft to take off, or causing it potentially catastrophic problems once in the air. Scientists are ...

The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our ...

Prune hostas just before a killing frost in your zone for best results. Fall pruning keeps beds tidy, deters pests, and directs energy to spring growth. If missed, let foliage die back naturally and ...

Q: I recently saw a TV-news article stating that the National Wildlife Federation recommends using leaves as mulch in our gardens. It looks a bit untidy. Do leaves used as mulch really do that much ...

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – It is almost time for spring planting! Now that May has arrived and warmer weather is here, you may be ready to take care of it now. However, you should hold off on planting ...

LYNCHBURG, Va. – Irvington Spring Farm in Lynchburg is one of the most vibrant places around, but the chilly weather is posing a challenge. “We’ve been growing flowers here for 25 years. My folks ...

Start growing your own sage (Salvia officinalis) from seeds about 8 weeks before the last frost date in your area. Sow 2–3 ...