Gardening isn’t only about cultivating plants—it’s also about creating life. A truly thriving garden welcomes movement, song, ...

Most of us are happy to say goodbye to colder weather, but welcoming spring also means saying hello to what winter left behind in our yards and gardens. Consumer Reports’ experts are here to help you ...

As spring approaches, many are eager to start their own backyard gardens. We have a collection of articles that provide expert tips and advice for successful gardening. From essential tools and soil ...

When it comes to landscaping, simplicity equals good design and low maintenance. Low maintenance landscapes are designed so that every shrub, tree and flower-bed will all have definite functions. It ...

Organic gardening is all about working with nature, not against it. By not using harsh chemicals and synthetic fertilizers, you’re creating a garden that’s safe for your family, pets, beneficial ...

I learned this lesson the hard way after Ellison and the Nature in My Backyard team visited my struggling native garden late last summer. After offering their sympathy for my ongoing struggle with ...

We chat with University of Nebraska President Jeffrey Gold and enjoy the annual garden timelapse. Join us for the Backyard Farmer season finale! We chat with University of Nebraska President Jeffrey ...

As outdoor spaces have shrunk and the pace of life has become much faster than it used to be, new types of gardens have had to emerge. The best landscapes now aren’t measured in square footage or ...

Not only do rock gardens add beauty and dimension to any outdoor space, they require little maintenance and can accommodate awkward or difficult landscapes (such as steep hillsides). No matter the ...

Most of us are happy to say goodbye to colder weather, but welcoming spring also means saying hello to what winter left behind in our yards and gardens. Consumer Reports’ experts are here to help you ...

Want to attract cardinals to your backyard? Discover simple tips on feeders, food, and landscaping to make your yard a cardinal-friendly haven year-round.

OUT OF YOUR GARDEN. THEN YOU WOULD DO SOMETHING LIKE THIS GARDEN COACH JESS ZANDER CUTS BACK AN OVERGROWN TREE OUTSIDE THIS MEDFORD HOME, LEAVING A LITTLE BIT OF STUMP SO THAT OPENS THINGS UP QUITE A ...