Snakes can sometimes be unwelcome guests in your garden or backyard, but you may inadvertently be giving them an invitation if you have these plants.

To reduce the labour intensity of regular mowing, consider reducing the size of the lawn, and create a vegetable garden at ...

Let’s see if that continues this month as we head into spring gardening! March is the time to start your summer vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. Started now, your seedlings will be ready to ...

Wondering what to prune in early spring? Experts explain which plants benefit from pruning now and which ones to leave alone.

Early March pruning can be tricky. Learn how to safely prune your shrubs based on weather, plant type, and goals.

What’s the hardest thing, psychologically, for normally reasonable gardeners to do? For decades I have extolled folks to ...

This week's gardening column explains when to prune roses, butterfly bushes, and walnut trees, plus the benefits of no-till gardening.

West Virginia State University Extension Service invites the community to join a free, hands-on “Pruning for Beginners” workshop designed for anyone interested in learning the basics of tree care. The ...

Prune overgrown stems. If the honeysuckle has gotten leggy, shorten some of the longer stems. Cut them back to a healthy bud or branch. Don’t remove more than one-third of the honeysuckle’s growth. A ...

The dormant season is the best time of year to do this work, as healthy plants will respond with lots of new growth.

Pruning fruit trees improves sunlight penetration and boosts fruit production. By opening the center of the tree to sunlight, higher-quality fruits form. Pruning an apple tree starts when you first ...