Fall in the garden is a spectacle that rivals any New England autumn. The Japanese maples turn shades of red so vibrant, ...

Welcome to the Normandale Japanese Garden, a hidden gem that’s about to become your new favorite escape from the daily grind.

Fireplace ash may seem like a useless by-product of burned wood, but it actually has several practical uses around the home.

This past summer, Water District 19 (WD 19), the largest drinking water supplier on Vashon Island, faced an operational ...

Choosing the best plants for your koi pond is a beautiful but challenging task, especially when working with a small water feature. Submerged plants are ideal for oxygen. Water lilies, poppies, and ...

Q: Do you have an idea for an uncommon vegetable for a small-space container garden next summer? The location has full sun and I can give the plant a support stake if needed. A: I think cucamelons ...

People in China and Japan have long used rice water to grow their hair longer and prevent it from turning gray. Anecdotal evidence suggests it may also be effective at preventing tangles ...

Many new hobbyists have problems keeping plants in their tanks because they've been sold non-aquatic ones. Jeremy Gay explains more. I can travel the length and breadth of the country and bet that ...

Image above: Hydrocotyle tripartita looks great against mosses. The most important guide of keeping plants is to have a balanced triangle. Aquatic plants require light, nutrients and carbon dioxide ...

A blast of water from the garden hose can help knock off many pests. Many gardeners also give their plants a preventive spray ofneem oil or insecticidal soap in case they missed any hitchhikers, says ...

Plant spider plants into a good, peat-free potting or house plant compost. Use a pot that is just a bit bigger than the root ball. Water well and pour away any excess water in the outer pot or saucer.