Gardening on rocky mountain sides presents a set of challenges that are tough on the body as well as the plants. All is not lost though, if you prepare carefully.

Apr 20, 2006 - Kate Copsey

Don't get whiplash when the Bard's Sicilian tragedy suddenly turns Bohemian comedy. It's one of the signature features of The Winter's Tale.

Apr 30, 2010 - P. Ryan Anthony

Many people are returning to growing vegetables at home for financial and health reasons. Growing your own produce is not difficult if you get off to the right start.

Mar 5, 2009 - Melissa Slate

Even tough sod, rocks and gritty soil won't stop a determined gardener.

Feb 13, 2011 - Ricki Normandin

Moss is the ideal plant for a shady garden pond. It softens the look of the pond and provides a soft, low maintenance carpet for wet and rocky areas.

Apr 19, 2009 - Tricia Edgar

The oysterplant is an easy to grow perennial that won't take much of your time or water.

Jan 7, 2011 - Tina Samuels

Whether a homeowner decides to plant a lush, green lawn or design a landscaped garden, a regular schedule of lawn care and maintenance, will assure success.

Jul 13, 2010 - Sheila Aylesworth

Having a design in mind, building a rock garden should follow some simple guidelines in order for it to look natural and give many years of pleasure.

Mar 13, 2010 - Ian Dutton

There are no golf courses on the island of Ischia which lies in the northern end of the Bay of Naples: a green haven of peace after the hustle and bustle of Naples.

Aug 4, 2008 - David Smith

Designing an herb garden is the perfect introduction to gardening for a beginner.

Apr 27, 2010 - Mary Briggs

Organic gardeners in high altitude climates must pick the proper plants and growing techniques to cope with poor soil, drought, and freezing temperatures.

Feb 22, 2010 - Jamie McIntosh

Some gardeners love Feverfew, some dislike it intensely, and herbalists believe in its medicinal properties, but few people are ambivalent towards it.

Jul 17, 2009 - Kathleen Airdrie

Rattlesnakes have been hibernating all winter, dormant in their underground dens. But as spring approaches, they begin stirring, famished and driven by urges to reproduce

Feb 12, 2009 - Robert Dailey

Perennial flowers offer a stunning display in shades of pink from March to November. Look for these new versions of old favourites, from ground cover to shade plants.

Sep 17, 2008 - Elaine Walker

Plant a dozen of these cool-season crops and enjoy vegetables from your organic garden before the farmer's markets even open.

Mar 24, 2008 - Jamie McIntosh

MTD, Mantis, Honda, and Troy-Bilt are some of the manufacturers of modern mini-tillers and cultivators that make weed control less of a back breaking chore

Jun 26, 2011 - Michael Thiessen

Create a Spanish theme garden with flowers, vines and shrubs. Use gravel and rocks to landscape the garden and mimic the rugged terrain of Spain.

Jun 16, 2011 - Cheryl Munson

Gardeners can enjoy growing food most of the year in Florida, but the warm weather can also cause a number of pest and disease problems.

Apr 22, 2009 - Christy Swift

Achillea and Gaillardia thrive in sustainable gardens. Yarrow and blanket flower are drought tolerant, native wildflower plants.

Oct 15, 2008 - Chris Eirschele

Gardening at altitudes above 6500' is challenging, but with a little effort and proper plant selection, the rewards can be spectacular and unique.

May 28, 2009 - Sarah Shaw