Many people think of spring as the best time to plant vegetables, but if you ask rooftop gardener James Mastaler, fall is actually the perfect time to start! “Fall is a surprisingly wonderful time to ...

Thanks to several benefits, companion planting can help increase fall veggie yields. Companion planting also helps deter pests and attract beneficial pollinators. Now is a great time to add companion ...

Mulching is one of those garden chores that pays off all season. A thick layer of mulch helps steady the soil temperature and prevents moisture from escaping. Straw, shredded leaves, or wood chips are ...

Experts agree that fall is generally the best time to plant perennials. Growing zone and the type of perennial can influence whether spring or fall is best. However, not all perennials benefit from ...

There’s lots of planting to be done in our vegetable gardens this month. The late summer/fall vegetable garden includes plantings of both warm-season vegetables (many of the same ones we planted in ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Whether you’re new to gardening or are a professional, there’s always room to learn and grow. While you might think you’re doing ...

I am always looking for ways to be more efficient with my gardening at home. I don’t mulch established planting beds in my garden and I prefer a more natural look. This natural aesthetic does not ...

Pick out some new plants: Willowside School Nursery holds its next plant sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 11 at the school, 5299 Hall Road and Willowside Road. The nursery offers thousands of drought ...

School’s back in session for plant parents too. Throughout the Lancaster County region in September are classes to make something green and learn about your garden and houseplants. There also are lots ...

It’s that time of year — vegetables are being harvested in local gardens and it serves as an inspiration to many. Thinking about the joy of growing dinner in your own garden? Think it’s too late? Have ...