Composting is one of the single best thing every homeowner can do to better their yard, garden, soil, and help the planet by reducing landfill space and lowering their carbon footprint. Every...

Hoary Vervain is a herbaceous, short-lived perennial that is native to central North America.  Scientifically known as Verbena stricta, it grows to 2-4' tall in full sun and well draining soil,...

The Bald Cypress tree is a deciduous conifer native to the Midwest, Southeast, and Mid-Atlantic areas of the United States.  Scientifically known as Taxodium distichum, it grows 100-120' tall in...

When it comes to plants, each species has certain sunlight requirements it needs to survive. Whether you are researching trees to plant, vegetables to grow, or any of the thousands of flowers - they...

Maximilian Sunflower is a tall herbaceous perennial native to central North America[1]. Scientifically known as Helianthus maximiliani, it grows 4-10' tall in full sun and well drained soil[2][3]....

Composting is often thought of as a summertime, or at least warm temperature activity. And as compost being one of the most valuable soil amendments, it is a common concern to new gardeners as to...