Before making leaf mold, you’ll have to decide where to contain it. You can enclose leaves in a chicken-wire surround, pile ...

Biodiversity is a very large subject that is well worth everyone’s time and attention. Today’s column provides a brief overview of the topic and then focuses on home gardening. Before we dig into ...

Zucchini always shows up in the garden like it signed a lease and forgot to move out, so finding ways to use it becomes an annual sport. Having 9 zucchini recipes ready makes sure the fridge doesn’t ...

If you’re gearing up to plant fruits, vegetables or herbs this spring, why not grow some extra to donate to your local soup kitchen or pantry? The national Plant a Row for the Hungry campaign, ...

I just cleaned out and filled a couple of birdfeeders to help my migrating backyard buddies fuel up for their long journeys south. And I’ll keep it well-stocked with high-energy seed mix throughout ...

FITCHBURG — Deborah Trickett, award-winning container garden designer, will host a presentation and give ideas on ways to plant garden containers that will have your neighbors talking. The ...