As the leaves begin to fall across Northeast Tennessee, smart gardeners are turning their attention to one simple but ...

Before winter closes in, do one last thing for all the trees, shrubs and other plants in your garden: Make sure they have a ...

While the tradition of raking leaves to be burned or bagged is still upheld by many, it may not be the best option. Here's ...

With these clever options, you no longer need to rely on a lawn mower to mulch the fallen leaves in your yard.

Adding mulch to your garden is invaluable for controlling weeds and keeping the soil moist. While bark chips are probably ...

Mulch adds protection to the roots of plants from fluctuating temperatures, suppresses weeds, and prevents moisture evaporation. Learn when and how you should mulch plants in the fall.

I’ve utilized wood chips in my yard and gardens for years. It has been an excellent method for reducing weeds, retaining moisture and protecting the plants during winter months when ...

Flowers on viola plants are often so prolific they can obscure the foliage, and the smaller flowers hold up to rainy winter weather much better than pansies. Completely winter hardy in Louisiana, ...

Try to turn your leaf pile every few weeks during the fall and winter. This little effort makes your leaf mulch ready sooner.

Don't you just love it when a solution works for two problems? Gardeners often end up with tree and shrub seedlings purchased in the fall that they run out of time to plant. They also may have flower ...

If the spring bulbs you’ve planted over the years are no longer putting on a seasonal show, it’s not too late to shop and plant for ...