Native plants are often known for grand springtime displays followed by dismal summer and fall foliage. But that isn’t true ...

As I mentioned in last week’s column, I have a squirrel who has made itself at home in my garden, so maybe I benefited from ...

Any plant can be considered a weed if it grows where it’s not wanted. From rhododendrons to bluebells, one gardener’s passion ...

As winter approaches, balcony gardens often lose their summer vibrancy. However, with timely sowing, you can ensure a ...

Just like in yeast and animal cells, vacuoles in plants are responsible for breaking down unwanted cellular components. At ...

In spots that get some shade, the new growth may emerge with a good yellow color, but over time, as the leaves mature, they ...

Every day, ambassadors with the Downtown Davenport Partnership scrub graffiti, empty trash cans, pull weeds, pick up bottles ...

Children often do help us to see the magic in our everyday surroundings. But I also appreciate this painting because it ...

1. Ivy Ivy (Hedera helix) is one of the most valuable late-season plants for wildlife. Its small, greenish-yellow flowers ...

Celebrate autumn’s arrival with seasonal gardening tips, wildlife sightings, and practical advice for fall chores.

Your garden offers a vibrant display of color and life during the day, but what happens after the sun goes down? A different ...

Fiddle leaf fig plants are trendy indoor plants, and they're immediately distinguishable. They look lovely, they're not too ...