Tender or borderline hardy plants won’t appreciate being left outdoors in your flower beds all winter. Abandoning them to the elements risks certain death, but rather than lifting them to bring them ...

Proper mulching is one of the most beneficial practices you can provide for your trees and large shrubs, but selecting the right type of mulch makes all the difference. Organic mulches such as ...

As cooler days come in, many gardeners might be tempted to stop their gardening activities for the year. However, experts say that autumn is one of the most important seasons in the gardening calendar ...

Fall is rolling in, the air is crisp, and garden beds are starting to trade their summer vibrancy for muted autumn tones. Roses refuse to bow out. They do, however, demand a little extra attention if ...

Bare patches dotting an otherwise green lawn can be frustrating. Get to the root of what may be causing a patchy lawn.

An autumn display of mums, straw bales, pumpkin and ornamental squash dress up this landscape. Courtesy Melinda Myers. Cooler temperatures ...

Blunt, rusty tools make gardening harder and less effective. Winter is the perfect time to clean, sharpen, and oil your kit so it’s ready to use when you need it. Check blades, handles, and moving ...

I am always thinking of the next gardening season and taking a reflective moment to marvel at asparagus. While we are several months away from planting asparagus, it is time ...

Skinny tree trunk surrounded by mound of dark mulch in a yard next to a sidewalk. - Ozgurcoskun/Getty Images Many people avoid using the mower and line trimmer around trees to avoid damaging their ...

Fall is the best time to divide perennial plants that flower in the spring or summer months. Discover the benefits of plant division and which plants respond well to regular division.

Perham Area Fall Home Tour to feature seven houses, including a custom-built home minutes from downtown Perham. Proceeds from the Perham area home tour will benefit Elevate.