At Veterans Acres in Crystal Lake, I discovered what I think are two different species — the Ohio spiderwort and the Virginia spiderwort.

However, gardens can often attract unwanted guests like deadly insects, pests, and even dangerous animals. While chemical repellents may offer temporary relief, they are harmful to the environment, ...

This use of plants in tinctures and as healing medicine is truly endless and completely natural. Across the world, bushes, herbs, flowers, and barks are used to ease symptoms of pain, anxiety, and ...

It's tempting to simply fill your garden with whatever veggies or flowers you want. But garlic doesn't play well with all ...

Radishes are small root vegetables that are compatible garden pals with zucchini because they grow underground. When grown ...

Honestly, this thing is out of control,” said one grower. “You just keep wondering if it is going to get any taller.” ...

Last week was invasive species awareness week in Alaska. An invasive plant expert in Juneau identifies pesky plants that have ...

THERE’S nothing better than lying out in your garden and soaking up the sun. And don’t worry if your space seems prone to ...

Vincentini says not all non-native species are inherently invasive. To earn that designation, a plant has to influence one of ...

Garlic mustard is a weed class A that is native to Europe, Asia and Northern Africa. It is not known to be toxic. This plant ...

The right tomato companion plants can really help your garden thrive. Try these 15 picks for bigger and better harvests!

When growing tomatoes in your garden, swap out basic basil and garlic companion plants for blooming sunflowers, sweet alyssum ...