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Why is It Important To Use Mulch In Landscapes and gardens?

Mulch will help your garden become healthier and resistant to diseases. Mulch helps protect the soil from the sun which helps prevent evaporation of water.

16 Invasive Species Sold at Garden Centers You Should Never Buy

These 16 invasive species of plants are commonly sold at garden centers - beware of them and DO NOT buy them from your garden store!

How To Divide Perennial Plants In The South

This article provides general tips for how and when to divide many perennial plants in the South

Starting an indoor garden: light, humidity, and other factors to keep in mind

Starting an indoor garden is an easy and stylish way to green up your indoor spaces. Learn about light, humidity and other considerations.

Green Thumb or Not, Get Gardening!

Whether it’s the feel of the earth in your hands or the warm sun on your back, when it comes to benefits, gardeners get them in spades. And one of those benefits just might be a longer life expectancy. It’s true, according to Dan Buettner, author of “The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer from the People Who’ve Lived the Longest.” In his book, Buettner highlights the habits of people who live the longest around the world. And those who live long take…

20 Trellis Designs That Will Take Your Garden to New Heights

Turn a boring exterior space into a work of art with one of these head-turning trellises.

Boost your green thumb with smartphone technology

Master Gardener Peter Sutter spoke Thursday to the Fulton Garden Club about how smartphones and computers can help gardeners up their game.

From the Extension: With cooler season here, time for certain garden tasks

Light pruning can be performed on hardy plants this time of the year, but only if necessary.

This Gardening Tool Set is Perfect for Moms with a Green Thumb

The Songmics 7 Piece Garden Set comes with six hand tools and a carry bag that is essential for efficient gardening, and it's only $26.99.

8 Easy Gardening Tutorials Even Those With a Black Thumb Can Tackle

Leveling Up your Rain Garden

Looking for planting inspiration for your rain garden this spring? Check out our latest take on rain gardens by PPR Apartments! Rain gardens are traditionally small depressions, typically on a natural slope, containing perennials designed to temporarily hold and soak...

Local garden shop offering a way to get rid of mosquitoes

Mosquito repellent is only a short-term solution for the pesky pests. A local farm and garden store is itching to give away a product they said is proven to get rid of them. NewsChannel 12's Lauren Arnott has the details on how you can get your hands on the item. Watch the video to learn more.

What to Do When Your Green Thumb Has Arthritis

Arthritis is the bane of many gardeners, but professional Leslie Land offers 11 tips for saving your hands and enjoying your hobby.

FG Garden Club to learn some water, stone landscaping tips

Just the mention of the Cumberland Plateau inspires images of gorgeous native plants, imposing rock formations and magnificent streams and waterways.

Gardening gifts and trusty tools for the discerning green thumb

Gardeners rely on a few high-quality tools to handle the lion's share of their work in the garden. Here's what to look for.

It's time to kick these 12 bad gardening habits

Eight Oregon State University Extension Service horticulturists offer the hard truth about some ugly gardening habits.

It's early — let your garden sleep in

With the spring thaw arriving and the outdoor world waking up from a winter slumber, do your garden a favor and hit “Snooze.”