Neonicotinoids: What gardeners need to know
May 29, 2019, 12:13 p.m. by Tom Oder
The pesticides are effective against a wide range of insects — including the good guys.
How to identify different types of bees
May 3, 2019, 4:58 p.m. by Tom Oder
And wasps and hornets and yellow jackets and other flying insects.
How to get rid of moles in your yard
May 2, 2019, 2:26 p.m. by Tom Oder
Don't make a mountain of a literal mole hill. Follow these tips to a mole-free lawn.
The bitter legal battle behind Georgia's sweet Vidalia onion
April 26, 2019, 6:22 p.m. by Tom Oder
This signature Georgia export has a colorful history.
16 plants that repel unwanted insects
April 22, 2019, 1:42 p.m. by Tom Oder
Whether you need extra protection for your garden or your skin, these herbs and flowers can help shoo away pests.
How to connect children with the natural world in your own backyard
April 4, 2019, 8:23 a.m. by Tom Oder
'Nature Play at Home' is full of inspiration and projects to make it happen in your neighborhood.
Bizarre plants delightfully come to life in 'Atlas of Botanic Poetry'
February 20, 2019, 8:22 a.m. by Tom Oder
Botanist and biologist Francis Hallé introduces a new world of rainforest flora in his latest art-driven book.
How to use succulents as outdoor annuals
February 16, 2019, 12:12 p.m. by Tom Oder
Succulents are affordable, low-maintenance and add a nice contrast to your flowers.
Book opens the door to knowing and growing medicinal herbs
February 12, 2019, 10:12 a.m. by Tom Oder
If you're looking for a more natural way to treat ailments, you may want to start with a herb garden.
How to help succulents survive winter indoors
January 15, 2019, 10:19 a.m. by Tom Oder
10 tips for keeping your sun-loving cacti and succulents happy and healthy this winter.
How gardening can heal the land — and you
December 15, 2018, 8:12 a.m. by Tom Oder
Ecological landscape designer Jessi Bloom offers guidance in designing a yard that is healing for spirit and nature and creating sacred, meditative space.
'The Well-Placed Weed' honors the work and legacy of the late gardener Ryan Gainey
December 10, 2018, 8:21 a.m. by Tom Oder
The world-renowned garden designer was a complex mixture of brilliant, difficult and emotionally astute.
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Every solar system model you've seen is wrong
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9 of the world's largest dog breeds
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The Inuit have a simple way of teaching their children how to control anger
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16 images that will make you feel 'as free as a bird'
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What's that sound? 7 wildlife calls you might hear in your backyard
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12 human foods dogs can eat and 5 they shouldn't
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How to tell what's eating your garden plants
There are plenty of potential culprits, and there are just as many ways to stop them.
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Top 10 vegetables to grow in your garden
These nutritional powerhouses can flourish in your yard or in containers.
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Grow birdseed, don't buy it
Here are 10 flowering plants that look gorgeous and reward you with seeds.
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10 secret gardens in the middle of major cities
These hidden gardens are peaceful oases in the middle of the urban hustle and bustle.
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How to make a sun map of your garden
There are many ways to map an area's sunlight exposure. Here are a few tips to make sure your pla...
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How to fight the heat
Plant selection and design in addition to proper watering can help reduce stress on plants.
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9 ideas for creating shade
When the sun gets overbearing — and it will — you have options.
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