Pests and diseases are biotic factors that impact an ecosystem and its organisms. Examples: those deer mowing your hostas to ...

I hear bad advice on watering, such as watering during the heat of day "burns up" your plants. Here's the truth about ...

We consulting with an expert for tips on growing healthy tomatoes in the South. Here are the top mistakes to avoid when growing tomatoes.

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Some drought-tolerant herbs include lavender, rosemary, thyme, sage, and many other flavorful culinary favorites.

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Basil (Ocimum) is relatively easy to grow for gardeners of all experience levels, especially when you follow helpful tips to ensure a bountiful harvest. You may already adhere to some of the basic ...

Despite being fully hydrated, the plant may be showing another type of summer stress. Here's what to do if your hydrangeas ...

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Now that high heat has arrived, it's time to rethink plant-care strategy from pushing growth to helping plants survive.