You can add organic matter to soil by adding compost, chopped up leaves, grass clippings and organic mulches, or by planting cover crops.

Many gardeners bemoan the presence of heavy clay soil, but there's a case for its use in your yard thanks to certain benefits ...

Grass clippings will naturally compost in your yard and provide nitrogen and other nutrients to the soil in your lawn. They'll quickly decompose after a few weeks have passed. If you don't want to ...

which will thicken up the lawn. The growth and thatch removed can be added to the compost heap. Aerate the soil at least once every three years, especially in September when the soil is moist.

A well-thought-out location can make a big difference in how your plants handle winter. Consider placing your garden where it ...

By Bruce Spangenberg While lawn care maintenance schedules are blank in January, now is a wonderful time to plan how to ...

While our lawns may be taking a rest during the winter, experts say there are a few things you can do to promote a healthy and green lawn in the spring.