Magnificent, spreading shade trees do more than simply add drama to your landscape. They also provide respite from the heat, control erosion, and increase property values. Yet with all of those ...

Want to perk up your front porch? How about adding some drama to your deck? There is no easier way to do this than with attractively planted containers. A local gardener who knows all about this is ...

To ensure your plants get enough water, you can stick your finger in the soil to check the root zone. [email protected] We’re already sweaty and running into some garden troubles, so we’re ...

Not all gardeners are blessed with full-sun sites that the veggie-gardening books all recommend as the place to grow edibles. Six hours of direct sunlight per day is the rule of thumb. But if you ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

Is something eating the prized plants in your New Jersey backyard and you need to identify a culprit? Don’t know what specific spots to plant in? The Rutgers Master Gardeners have you covered. The ...

Bring vibrant foliage and flowers to parts of the garden with little or no sunlight I’ve been gardening for over 20 years for multiple clients in a diverse range of terrains. The one basic rule I’ve ...

I'm looking for a shade tree that is fast growing and attractive for my front yard. Please give me your idea on what type of you might think will work. Carol Harris A few fast-growing shade trees ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. I'm looking for a shade tree that is fast growing and attractive for my front ...

Edison and Ford Winter Estates will host its 17th annual Autumn Garden Festival on Nov. 22 and 23 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. More ...