This weekend kicks off the official summer camping season, but the work to prepare Oregon’s more than 250 state parks and ...

A Mount Pleasant couple transformed their grassy backyard into a lush food forest with maturing fruit trees and gardens that ...

By far the most common reason for some hydrangeas to not flower is pruning at the wrong time of year. Here's what else to ...

Mulch is the most common tool used to keep weeds out. By preventing light from reaching seeds, mulch reduces weed seed germination. Plants can be used in the same way to cover soil and reduce the ...

Who doesn’t love hydrangeas? With their giant mopheads of icy blue, soft mauve or creamy white flowers, it’s no wonder ...

TREES AND SHRUBS were the topic of a hot debate this week as the Berkeley City Council adopted new fire code amendments.  The adoptions included new state ...

Growing fruit trees indoors can transform even the coziest corners of your home into a verdant personal orchard. Even better, ...

Do not get this pest confused with the fall webworm, which many local people call bagworms. Fall webworms create large silky ...

As the first flush of flowers on roses fades in June or early July, many gardeners think the best is over, but it's actually ...

Make the most of every square inch of garden space and containers with succession planting. As you harvest your first crop of ...

Planning to re-do the front-yard landscaping this summer? Here's a checklist to help you think through the project.

Plants and pets: Your furry friends and greenery add more life to your spaces. For your green thumb, find tips for saving ...