Cooler evenings, shorter days, and a quiet race against frost: gardeners across the country are trying a surprisingly swift trick. As autumn beds in, a ...

Growing a potted fig tree is a rewarding process, and can be done year-round with the right conditions. Place the container ...

The season cools, leaves drift, and the ground breathes. Your garden still has one last burst of potential before winter bites. Right now, many gardeners ...

New rules finalized Thursday give the Education Department expanded power to ban organizations from the Public Service Loan ...

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The naturalist has found remarkable biodiversity in a region overlooked by research, and is set on showcasing its climate ...

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Lawns need year-round attention to keep them healthy. Learn how to winterize you lawn before the first freeze.

Here’s how to care for ornamental grasses after cutting them back: Water the soil if it is dry, but don’t waterlog it. For ...

Let stems of perennials stand over winter to support native insects and wildlife. Keep fallen leaves and pruning cuttings in ...

The gem of Farragut’s Town Hall is the Farragut Museum. A new temporary exhibit is drawing sports fans, history buffs, and ...