Lawn herbicides can volatilize when applied during hot weather. The vapors drift through the air and can cause plant damage ...

Some of these herbicides will prevent your garden seeds from growing if misapplied. Before using a pre-emergent herbicide, make sure it’s labeled for vegetable gardens.

Pests and diseases are biotic factors that impact an ecosystem and its organisms. Examples: those deer mowing your hostas to ...

If you’re closing your vegetable garden in the fall, you want to get rid of the weeds. Leaving these aggressive invaders in the soil means they’ll compete with your newly planted veggies for ...

Starting a fruit and vegetable garden is daunting, which is why I spoke to gardening experts for this beginner’s guide.

The violet plant, found in a garden in Boulder, CO on May 21, 2013, can be used for a large variety of things. The flower itself is fragrant in smell and taste and can be used in fragrances and ...

Before you jump garden boots-covered feet-first into the garden this spring, think about developing a plan for your vegetable garden by answering these questions: ...

A vegetable garden also doesn’t have to be limited to, well, vegetables. Adding some flowers and herbs can attract beneficial bugs and deter pests.