They don’t have flashy flowers or eccentric leaves, but philodendrons are one of the most popular houseplants around. Simple to grow, long-living, and easy to please, they’re a reliable companion, ready to greet you every day with gorgeous leaves and a graceful habit....
Pumpkin harvest is finally here. We’ll soon be elbow deep in slippery pumpkin innards. With pie on the mind, it’s tempting to toss those slimy seeds in the compost, but collecting them is well worth the effort. Few fall snacks are so healthy, nourishing,...
Elderberries grow in the wild on both sides of the Atlantic, and have been cultivated in the garden for thousands of years. But these beautiful shrubs remain a mystery to most contemporary gardeners. Here’s a guide to growing elderberries—with a focus on the benefits...
Anything you leave outside is bound to get weathered, whether it’s a ceramic pot, a pair of shears, or even the leaves on a tree. While a tree can shed old leaves and grow new ones, your garden pots won’t magically renew themselves. They need to be cleaned and...
Leafy trees get most of the praise in the summer, while evergreens stand modestly in the background. In comparison to their leafy cousins, evergreens seem subtle, hard to get to know, and even boring. But when you take a closer look, these stalwarts of the tree world...
