Collecting and saving rainwater for use in the garden just makes sense, and was a common practice by our ancestors. See how it's done, and start saving money on your water bill.

Mosquito plant? Lemongrass? Do these plants and others really repel mosquitoes? If you bought some for your backyard, there's good news and bad news...

Send an avian invitation to these songbirds this year. They're musical and beautiful and they keep the backyard bug population in check!

Have you ever wondered what flowers are edible? There are many edible flowers that are good for everything from salads, to dinners, to mixed drinks! If you always wanted to grow some flowers that are pretty enough to eat, here are 11 of our favorites to get you started (listed in alphabetical order). Leave a

What is this pinstriped squash and how is it prepared? Discover why delicata squash is gaining in popularity, and try this simple, yummy recipe!

The monarch butterfly is the most beautiful and interesting creature in the insect world, and its migration is a source of fascination for many. How much do you know about them? These 10 facts that will amaze!

Most of us have some experience growing herbs, but what about spices? You can easily grow these spices in your garden this year. Here's how to get started!

You can coax the tomato-ripening process from green to red with these helpful tips.

It might be too late for tomatoes, but there's still time to plant these quick-growing, heat-loving summer vegetables.

Want to grow your own tasty spuds? You can, right in your own backyard! Here are the things you need to know to get a bumper crop this summer.