Is pawpaw fruit killing you? Risks of eating Asimina triloba fruit…
Find out how eating pawpaw fruit (Asimina triloba) may cause short-term and long-term health problems, such as atypical Parkinsonism.
25+ rare and unusual edible plants to grow in your garden
Check out this list of our favorite rare and unusual edible plants you might consider growing in your garden or edible landscape!
Will mulching reduce soil nitrogen?
Will mulching reduce soil nitrogen? Our 15 years of mulching experience and review of the research literature gives a clear answer: NO. In fact, mulching INCREASES soil nitrogen.
9 ways to get rid of lawn weeds without chemicals
Looking for natural ways to maintain an attractive, weed-free lawn without using harmful chemicals? Use these 9 methods to get growing better!
What plants repel mosquitoes? 13 best plants to help!
What plants repel mosquitoes? Plants won’t keep mosquitoes out of your yard, but they can keep you from getting bitten. Find out which plants work and how!
14 benefits of adding a backyard pond
What are the benefits of a backyard pond? Pros and cons? We’ve had a small backyard pond for over a decade — here’s what we’ve discovered!
How to grow Meyer lemons in pots – anywhere!
Come find out how to grow your own Meyer lemons in pots and containers using organic methods in any climate zone!
Yuzu: a rare citrus you can grow in cool climates!
Looking for a cold-hardy citrus? Here’s everything you need to know about yuzu (Citrus junos) to grow your own — even in cooler climates!
How to grow ginger anywhere – cool zones, pots, and more!
This ginger growing guide is chock full of helpful tips to help you grow ginger anywhere: cool climates, warm climates, in pots or indoors!
Deer-resistant plant guide: edibles, ornamentals, and natives!
Select deer-resistant plants to create a deer-proof garden! Use our lists of edible, ornamental, and native plants that deer don’t like.
How to use American beautyberries as food and mosquito repellent
American beautyberries are a gorgeous native plant that produce edible berries and mosquito-repellent leaves. Find out how to use beautyberries here!
Aronia: how to grow or forage the world’s highest antioxidant fruit
Native to North America, Aronia melanocarpa may produce the highest antioxidant fruit in the world. Find out how to grow, forage, & use aronia!
Dad’s trick: how to keep deer out of your garden or yard (with video!)
Tired of deer eating your plants? Spending money on fixes that don’t work? Here’s how to keep deer out of your garden cheaply and effectively!
Recipe: Florida betony and hibiscus pickles
A simple and delicious pickle recipe featuring Florida betony tubers and roselle, aka the vibrant red calyxes of Hibiscus sabdariffa plants.
Complete guide: How to raise Monarch butterfly caterpillars at home
A detailed, step-by-step guide with photos and videos showing you how to successfully raise Monarch butterflies at home.