Irish moss and reindeer moss — are actually lichen, which is a symbiotic (each species giving and benefitting) structure made ...

It's the season of falling leaves, and you might be tempted to use your pile as mulch for your garden and around the yard.

Every autumn, the same debate rustles across suburbia: rake it all, or leave some? We’ve all had that moment when the garden ...

Once thought of as a nuisance, moss is now being recognized for its contributions in creating healthy, low-maintenance, and ...

The condition of your soil affects how it will retain moisture after a rainstorm or irrigation. Learn why your soil still ...

A gardening expert has given one crucial top tip to follow this autumn that allow your plants to flourish next year.

Moss gardening is on the rise this October, as damp weather provides an ideal environment and gardeners increasingly adopt sustainable options. That growth is moving moss from shaded corners to living ...

Proper mulching is one of the most beneficial practices you can provide for your trees and large shrubs, but selecting the right type of mulch makes all the difference. Organic mulches such as ...

Editor's note:This story was originally published in 2016, and is being republished as part of our fall coverage. Some references may be out of date. If you’re like most people, you’re into the lawn ...