Once temperatures drop, garden maintenance usually slows down, but there are many plants that are still responding to changing conditions in the weather. Behind the scenes, roots and soil continue to ...

It's easy to give into the temptation of using gravel, but your plants will thank you for finding a better alternative.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Landscaping with large mulched areas - Georgepeters/Getty Images Choosing the best type of mulch for your garden is no easy task.

Applying mulch is one of the easiest and best ways to help your trees and other plants, but doing it the wrong way can lead to trouble. “Mulch should be a flat, even layer over the soil,” said Spencer ...