America's largest urban farm takes root in Pittsburgh
September 14, 2017, 2:45 p.m. by Matt Hickman
At 23 acres, Hilltop Urban Farm will serve up fresh produce with a side of affordable housing.
3 myths about home schooling debunked
August 13, 2017, 3:37 p.m. by Chanie Kirschner
The idea that home-schooled kids miss out on social opportunities is bogus, experts say.
What's the best way to store these 5 common household items?
August 8, 2017, 3:25 p.m. by Chanie Kirschner
Get the most out of these staples by putting them in their proper place.
The science of blue flowers
July 27, 2017, 10:46 a.m. by Tom Oder
You would think that blue is just another color in nature's palette, but when it comes to flowers, it's much more complicated than that.
How to identify different types of bees
July 26, 2017, 4:16 p.m. by Tom Oder
And wasps and hornets and yellow jackets and other flying insects.
BatBnB is 'rebranding' bats as good tenants
July 26, 2017, 11:45 a.m. by Russell McLendon
The startup hopes its sleek, standardized bat houses will help more people enjoy the perks of hosting these misunderstood mammals.
How to start a food forest
July 24, 2017, 1:34 p.m. by Ilana Strauss
It's a low-maintenance way to grow fruit, vegetables and more.
How to care for the summer garden
July 20, 2017, 12:08 p.m. by Tom Oder
Need to get your soil into shape or figure out how long to water in your summer garden? We have you covered.
Are men or women better at DIY assembly?
July 14, 2017, 8:29 a.m. by Jenn Savedge
Norwegian researchers decide to put gender theory to the test.
5 surprising things you can make in your bread machine
July 6, 2017, 12:04 p.m. by Robin Shreeves
Who knew this device could be so versatile?
You could buy this 370-year-old log cabin ...
June 28, 2017, 9:21 a.m. by Matt Hickman
The 17th century New Jersey abode comes with a gazebo, 4-car garage and a couple named Harry and Doris.
People once used nuclear radiation to grow really big plants
June 22, 2017, 12:58 p.m. by Angela Nelson
After WW II, a government program aimed to find a peaceful use for nuclear power. And thus, the atomic garden was born.
11 everyday uses for castile soap
June 22, 2017, 8:36 a.m. by Chanie Kirschner
From washing yourself to your vegetables, castile soap cleans up well.
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Why are my plants turning yellow?
A closer look at yellowing leaves on plants can help gardeners get to the root of the problem.
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7 surprising facts about dragonflies
Like did you know they can fly backward, have almost 360-degree vision and they're ferocious?
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What is the best way to get rid of poison ivy?
The simplest and best answer is 'very carefully.'
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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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Good bug, bad bug: How can you tell the difference?
Most bugs are harmless, but here's how to tell the good from the bad — plus organic solutions.
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Got moles? Read this
Don't make a mountain of a literal mole hill. Follow these tips to a mole-free lawn.
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