As spring approaches, many are eager to start their own backyard gardens. We have a collection of articles that provide expert tips and advice for successful gardening. From essential tools and soil ...

Upgrade your outdoor space and create a cozy retreat with smart design choices that make building your own backyard daybed simple and relaxing.

Most of us are happy to say goodbye to colder weather, but welcoming spring also means saying hello to what winter left behind in our yards and gardens. Consumer Reports’ experts are here to help you ...

I learned this lesson the hard way after Ellison and the Nature in My Backyard team visited my struggling native garden late last summer. After offering their sympathy for my ongoing struggle with ...

Organic gardening is all about working with nature, not against it. By not using harsh chemicals and synthetic fertilizers, you’re creating a garden that’s safe for your family, pets, beneficial ...

Weeds are a common problem for gardens and lawns, and can be difficult to control. Gardeners should determine their weed tolerance and workload tolerance before implementing a weed control plan.

Not only do rock gardens add beauty and dimension to any outdoor space, they require little maintenance and can accommodate awkward or difficult landscapes (such as steep hillsides). No matter the ...

It's a double-edged sword, a blessing and a curse. Leaf season is a multi-faceted touchstone for gardeners and homeowners across the region. As a homeowner who lives in Louisville’s Highlands ...

As outdoor spaces have shrunk and the pace of life has become much faster than it used to be, new types of gardens have had to emerge. The best landscapes now aren’t measured in square footage or ...

Most of us are happy to say goodbye to colder weather, but welcoming spring also means saying hello to what winter left behind in our yards and gardens. Consumer Reports’ experts are here to help you ...

OUT OF YOUR GARDEN. THEN YOU WOULD DO SOMETHING LIKE THIS GARDEN COACH JESS ZANDER CUTS BACK AN OVERGROWN TREE OUTSIDE THIS MEDFORD HOME, LEAVING A LITTLE BIT OF STUMP SO THAT OPENS THINGS UP QUITE A ...