Whether you’re planting a vegetable bed, flowers or simply hoping for greener grass, success starts with understanding the soil beneath your feet. Soil is more than just dirt — it’s a living system ...

Thinking about using sulfur for lawn care? Start with a soil test to find out if your lawn needs it and how often you should ...

Climate and weather can also vary across the farm. A sunny day can shift to rain and thunderstorms a few miles up or down the road. “The weather in Missouri can change multiple times a day even,” Ryan ...

Some common signs of an overwatered lawn include yellowing, soggy patches, a thick layer of thatch, excessive weeds, and a ...

The best way to prevent crabgrass or any other weeds from competing with your desired grass for light, water, and nutrients ...

I can keep my grass green around these pecans, but we would have a huge water bill if I tried to keep the trees fully watered ...

Here’s how to tell the difference between mosquitoes, chiggers and no-see-ums by their bites and how to treat and prevent ...

Avoid handling them, as this and other species can produce defensive cyanide-containing secretions if they feel threatened from predators.

Although it's tempting to reach for a spray bottle when weeds pop up in your lawn, that shouldn't be your first impulse.

Tomatoes are one of the most rewarding—and sometimes most frustrating—plants to grow in the garden. Just as the fruit begins ...

In July, “June gloom” gives way to summer heat. Days are long. Tomatoes finally ripen. Summer fruits are warm on the tree. Late summer afternoons are made for lounging in the garden! • Garden in the ...