Unfortunately, none of this makes gardening easier. The sun dries everything out, and sandy soil is generally unfriendly to plants. On top of all that, rain appears out of nowhere. Gardening can ...

Will you come to my yard and tell me what to do? This question was asked of me in person by someone who recognized me as a Master Gardener Volunteer who writes for the Times-Union's Garden Q&A column.

The weather has been changing from a bit of rain and cool temperatures to long periods of dry and warm days and nights. Some of this is attributed to our typical weather pattern, some to changes in ...

The more than 1,000 people who move to Florida each day often bring with them a preconceived notion of landscaping, a vision that combines old tried-and-true gardening practices with a tropical jungle ...

Ever wonder if your lawn and garden is the best? Maybe not from a “magazine spread” perspective, but from the viewpoint of best practices gardening? The Florida Friendly Landscaping program was ...

Early November often offers weather that entices me to spend some time outside. It is true the outdoor chores are more manageable when the humidity is low and temperatures moderate, but don't spend ...

Yet that grass is problematic in deserts and any place with limited water, such as the American West, where it won’t do well ...

Good landscaping ideas are crucial for taking a garden from drab to fab. Perhaps you're working with a blank canvas or just want to make a few tweaks to your existing design. Either way, there are all ...

Florida is a beautiful place to garden. But especially if you come from someplace else, you may need a helping hand. Cue the Florida-Friendly Landscaping Guide to Plant Selection & Landscape Design.