Caring for Your Yard

Freshly-mowed lawns are pretty to look at, but they're not the best for the environment. We've got 8 reasons why you should give your lawnmower a break this weekend. ...

Find out what causes those mysterious circles of mushrooms on your lawn and how to prevent fairy rings. ...

Loam soil is often mentioned as best for plants. But what is loam soil exactly? Here's what to know about this ideal soil type. ...

Instead of worrying about how to fix brown grass in the summer, you can let nature take its course. In most cases, your brown grass isn't dead, just dormant, our experts say. ...

Learn how to improve soil drainage, moisture retention, and aeration, by adding soil amendments or soil nutrients to make your soil richer and more productive. ...

These common garden shrubs and perennials should not be cut back in fall if you want healthier plants and more abundant flowers. ...

Find out if Epsom salt is good for plants or if that's just a garden myth, according to experts. ...

Composting is a simple way to turn your kitchen and yard waste into food for your garden. But some of these items should never be in compost. ...

Make these critical corrections to your lawn care and maintenance schedule for a lush carpet of green in no time. ...

Get a jumpstart on a lush, healthy lawn next spring with this guide on winterizing a lawn. Plus, get your lawn mower ready for winter storage. ...

A thin, yellowing lawn might be lacking sulfur. Find out how to tell if you need to add sulfur, and when and how much to apply this nutrient to your grass. ...

Freezing weather can damage hydrangea flower buds that will bloom the following year. Protect shrubs with mulch and water well in fall. Wait to prune until after hydrangeas bloom. Bring potted hydrangeas indoors for winter. ...

Turn sand, clay, or barren ground into rich, organic garden soil that will sustain plants for years with the right ingredients and these expert tips. ...

Get expert tips on fertilizing plants, including the best formulation for both houseplants and garden plants, as well as how frequently you should feed them. ...

Yard cleanup can cause more harm than good when done too early in spring. These tips will help you get your spring garden cleanup done at the best time to help out pollinators and other beneficial insects. ...

Celebrity gardener Monty Don talks with BHG Editor-in-Chief Stephen Orr about finding joy in a changing world through gardening. ...

Fertilizer burn shows up as yellow or brown stripes across a lawn. Here’s everything you need to know if your turf takes on a new color. ...

To help you choose between drip irrigation vs. soaker hoses, this guide explains the pros and cons of each. ...

Get ready for spring with these winter gardening tasks, including pruning trees, mulching perennials, and starting vegetable seeds. ...

Restore your grass so it is lush and green by learning the why, when, and how of dethatching a lawn. These lawn dethatching tips will make you an expert. ...