'Mulch is extremely helpful for protecting plants from cold temps by acting as a warm, insulating blanket for them, while ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Air plants, also known as tillandsias, are one of the most extraordinary indoor houseplants you can grow.

SAN ANTONIO – South Central Texas is expecting a hard freeze early next week when the temperatures will likely be below or at freezing for several hours. Cover with cardboard, freeze cloth or old ...

Gardeners are often told how important nutrients are to plants. But what is a nutrient, actually? “Nutrients are the chemical elements that plants need to build their tissues and operate their life ...

Many people in the northern hemisphere have spent the summer reaching for a boozy drink at the end of the day to take the edge off the scorching, dry heat. It turns out that a tipple may be just what ...

Ever looked at your kitchen scraps and wondered if they could be more than just compost? Many gardeners have turned their ...

The extreme heat in metro Phoenix isn’t leaving any time soon, so make your peace with it. From getting burned by your seatbelt buckle to constantly being sweaty, it's the price we pay for living here ...

Gemma is an experienced freelance writer who has spent the last five years focusing on expert-driven content relating to homes and gardens. She has contributed to several lifestyle publications ...

Do mosquito-repellent plants really work? Buzzing past your ear as you lounge on the patio, leaving welts on your kids’ ...