Several aromatic herbs release volatile compounds that deter aphids and other soft-bodied pests. The research on this is more targeted than broad ...

Gemma is an experienced freelance writer who has spent the last five years focusing on expert-driven content relating to homes and gardens. She has contributed to several lifestyle publications ...

Q: I have been reading about how some plants do better if planted together. Is there truly a benefit to companion planting? Is there any scientific basis for the charts on companion planting? A: Yes, ...

The key to growing a successful garden is being diligent about planning. While you may like the way a plant looks in one area of your yard, it doesn't necessarily mean that's where the greenery will ...

Some folks remember that jingle from a fad that started in 1970s, chia pets. Chia pets are clay figures of cows, dogs, etc., covered with moistened chia seeds that resemble hair or fur when they ...

We are Magali & Stefan. We live with nature on a Zone 5b-6a piece of land we have the honour of caring for here in Canada. We grow our food & restore native biodiversity to the land. Using nature as ...

Companion planting is a method of gardening that involves placing plants close together for mutual benefit. It’s a permaculture tactic and a practice as old as agriculture itself. Using this method ...

This Gardening News column is from the online archives of The Star of North Augusta, a collection of more than 25,000 articles published from October 2007 to February 2022. Have you ever experienced a ...