Some flowering perennials need a little boost of nutrients from a low-nitrogen fertilizer in the spring to ensure they bloom abundantly later in the season.

Soon, though, travellers from much further afield might be marking this oasis on the map thanks to the opening this month of ...

Ever wonder how a few plants can transform your garden into a colorful paradise? Adding flowering shrubs to your landscape ...

Gardening can be a metaphor for life: After careful planning and thoughtful timing, it can still throw you a curveball. Alex ...

These low-maintenance outdoor plants are hardy and even the toughest garden spaces can't kill them. They can survive harsh weather, poor soil, and drought.

Over the years, pinot noir in California has had its ups and downs. But these days, you can find outstanding wines in just about every region of the state. Seek out as many of these wines as you can ...

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, 866-366-3723, uses a risk-based inspection reporting process for restaurants and other food handlers.

When you live your life surrounded by nature, you have to be aware that sometimes forest creatures are going to make their way into your backyard. Some are great to ...

With sunshine melting snow, the exposed ground and even a few snowdrops in bloom, you might be tempted to start doing some gardening.

It is caterpillar season and if you love butterflies and are encouraging them in your yard this is an exciting time.

Whereas humans have one receptor on their tongues that can detect all sorts of sweet things, from real sugar to artificial sweeteners like aspartame, insects have many receptors that each detect ...

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