Mediterranean-type shrubs such as cistus, lavender and phlomis are best confined to banks and raised beds in clay gardens.

Picking rocks out of Missouri dirt may be a never-ending endeavor, but what about gardening in clay soil? This week's column ...

If you want to be extra careful, test a small amount at home. Check for insects or signs of bugs before using it in your ...

Clay soil can present several challenges to gardeners due to its density. One way to amend compacted clay soil is with a fertilizer that allows oxygen in.

Choosing plants for your first garden can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. The key is to pick plants that match ...

November in the South is marked by mild days and cool nights—perfect weather for plants to set down roots. Discover which ...

An interesting way of growing indoor plants is gaining popularity. Instead of potting mix, the plants are grown in LECA – Lightweight, Expanded Clay Aggregate. These small brown balls are full of tiny ...

If you have done battle with moss creeping into your garden beds, consider embracing these emerald-colored oddities and plant ...

Step-by-step ranunculus care: soak or pre-sprout corms, plant for spring blooms, and use light, soil and pest tips to extend ...

Turn fall leaves into leaf mould, a low-effort soil booster. Use a drilled can, pre-made bin or DIY fencing bin and wait ...

Glory of the snow is an early-blooming bulb that produces dainty blue and white flowers. Grow it alongside complementary ...

The new bed of shrubs already supporting other wildlife: more bees, a steady stream of butterflies, and on one particularly remarkable day so many monarchs that the entire patch shimmered.