Blue corn prefers well-drained soil with a neutral pH level. Before planting, make sure to test your soil's pH and adjust it ...

The answer is in your yard. Watch closely for the smallest hints, record what you find and advance the cause of science.

Buying seedlings may seem a time-saving solution, but sowing some types of seeds at home can give you better results ...

Soon gardeners might have to decide whether or not to go GMO. Here's what you need to know to make an informed decision.

As many fashion brands look to move away from the “quiet luxury” trend, accessories seen in Milan provided a much-needed ...

Scientists say the decline is concerning because it could indicate a broader problem. However, there are small things people can do in their own backyards that can make a difference ...

WITH Spring just days away, if you want to get your patio and driveway ready for the warmer weather, you’ve come to the right place. But a landscaper has warned homeowners against a ‘quick fix’ ...

Have a think about planting some different varieties of seeds this year - check out She Grows Veg and other sites for heirloom varieties. There’s an astonishing array on offer, like purple ...

ROBINS are just one surefire indicator of spring. Hurray for their arrival. Hurray for their tenacity to adapt and overcome ...

Fruits are like small cherries, red at first, turning purple to black at maturity. Twigs give off a strong odor when crushed. Conditions conducive to poisoning: Leaves, bark and seeds poisonous ...

The Hempstead County Master Gardeners held their annual Spring Gardening Seminar at Hempstead Hall on Tuesday (2-25). After registration, Kim Rowe, CEA-Agriculture, spoke briefly followed by James ...