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.
15 things you didn't know about soil
December 5, 2018, 9:18 a.m. by Tom Oder
A soil scientist shares fun facts about the incredibly diverse ecosystem located right under your feet.
Why the black market for cacti and succulents is booming
December 1, 2018, 11:10 a.m. by Tom Oder
Part of the issue is habitat destruction, but the bigger problem is poaching by highly organized global smuggling rings.
How to save nature, one backyard at a time
October 24, 2018, 11:49 a.m. by Tom Oder
You can create a haven for birds and other creatures by using native plants — and one very handy tool.
Take a visual tour through the 50 most inspiring gardens created this century
October 20, 2018, 11:35 a.m. by Tom Oder
Christopher Woods traveled to 6 continents to discover the best contemporary gardens.
-
What would Earth look like if all the ice melted?
-
Interactive map plots your address over 750 million years of Earth's history
-
Ancient Irish 'healing soil,' once used by Druids, really works
-
A sled dog flunks racing school but aces the happy ending
-
13 natural solutions for killing and deterring ants
-
A destructive species is making its way across the East Coast
-
32 inspirational quotes
If you feel unmotivated to start gardening this year, read these quotes. They will make you laugh...
-
10 of spring's most beautiful blooming bulbs
From delicate snowdrops to showy allium, here's what to look for.
-
How to garden with allergies
Avoiding risky plants taking certain precautions can get you back into your yard in no time.
-
16 plants that repel unwanted insects
Whether you need extra protection for your garden or your skin, these herbs and flowers can help ...
-
The secret to container vegetable gardening
Maximize your space and reap all the growing benefits
-
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...
Flipboard
