A common practice in the suburbs and towns is to try to gain some privacy from the neighbors by building a fence or planting a hedge. There are many examples of non-native hedges built with boxwood...

Whether you are tackling a large infestation of the Butterfly Bush, or simply trying to remove a mature specimen from your yard, I will show you exactly how to do it in this guide. I've removed my...

Virginia Bluebells are one of the showiest spring ephemeral flowers native to North America[1][2]. Adding them to your yard or garden can be a bit tricky, as the plants aren't always commercially...

Bluebell flowers are a common sight in Spring and Summer across North America. Whether hiking the Appalachian Trail in the East, or the Pacific Crest Trail in the west, you are likely to encounter...

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,...