Q: My mother lives in Walnut Creek. Her backyard faces east and has a section that's been a lawn for decades. Now she wants to replace the lawn. She would like a hardy, low-growing, drought-resistant ...

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June has been a hot moist month here in Virginia and everything in the garden has been thriving, including the weeds. It is expected that you need to take care of the weeds in your garden beds, but ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Haley ...

Discover the best time to plant grass seed for successful establishment. This guide provides tips and insights on factors to ...

It’s the time of year to get gardening. Today let’s work on our biggest garden - our lawns. If you have sparse grass in parts of your lawn, spring is a great time to plant additional grass seed.

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Ornamental grasses are often undervalued as part of landscapes, but offer a lot in the background without demanding the attention of more showy counterparts in beds or borders. If you want to add ...

While fall is generally considered one of the best times for lawn seeding, October presents some challenges. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just looking to fix up a few bare patches, the key is ...

The grass could always be greener — or less weedy or patchy, depending. Read on for the top 10 grass problems, as identified ...