July 23, 2008 Old World Charm What's old is new again - and beautiful
July 14, 2008 To-may-toe, To-mah-tow No matter how you say it, this tasty fruit is worth your time
July 7, 2008 Beyond BBQ Basics Take backyard barbequing to the next level with whiz-bang options
June 24, 2008 Give 'em something to talk about Tricked-out grills and fusion cooking tables spice up this summer's backyard parties with meals to remember
June 13, 2008 Get the party started Find your backyard party identity for the summer season
June 9, 2008 Berry fields forever Enjoy the delicious fruits of your labor – start a berry garden today
May 22, 2008 Blowin’ in the wind The answer to high electric bills is becoming less elusive
May 8, 2008 License to Grill From baseball games to block parties, barbecuing is the ultimate summer treat. Steven Raichlen shares how to get your grill game on
May 1, 2008 Starting from seed For less money and long-lasting benefits, parent your plants from the beginning
April 24, 2008 Spring training Use the preseason warm-up to get garden-ready safely
April 17, 2008 Outward Opportunity Sometimes it’s true: what’s on the outside counts. Boost your home’s worth by stirring up the color scheme with these simple suggestions
April 3, 2008 Two (green) thumbs up Create a green thumb for life by making the garden accessible and fun for all ages
March 27, 2008 Urban Oasis Successful urban planters pick their battles wisely
March 20, 2008 Ivy League Create a manicured lawn the local green thumbs will envy. Here’s what to do and how to do it
March 17, 2008 Topical Tropicals Growing exotic plants isn’t as complicated as it may seem. In fact, you may already have some sprouting out back
March 10, 2008 Down to the Basics Get your knees dirty and your lawn gorgeous with these shortcuts from tried-and-true gardeners
February 25, 2008 Extreme Gardening Stretch the garden to new limits and delight in the results. From sweet potatoes on a Chicago balcony to a 1,535.5-pound pumpkin, urban gardening is reaching new heights
February 18, 2008 The Man, the Myth, the Legend From Frosty to the Abominable, snowmen manage to warm hearts year after year. Here's how to celebrate snow and make the yard sparkle with your family's creativity
February 11, 2008 Wallflowers Need Not Apply Fruit, vegetable, flower or herb – vibrant colors, robust flavor and durability are hot traits in 2008's gardens
February 4, 2008 In a Snap Carnivorous plants - those leafy, pet-like creations - are becoming more varied and likeable. Here's how to rein one in
January 28, 2008 Retired Furniture Finds New Calling Transform old household items into great gardening containers in a few simple steps. Here's how and why repurposing indoor furniture outside is considered the new 'green'
January 21, 2008 Winter Hurdles Get over your winter gardening hump and boost your green-thumb track record with a few DIY tricks for navigating the winter chill
January 14, 2008 Say What? Everyone from Prince Charles to South Korean scientists agree that talking to your plants is beneficial for both you and them. While the specifics of how and why are still being debated, here's what some top American horticulturists think
January 7, 2008 Year-Round Greenery Extend your holiday greenery into the new year and beyond with these timely tips from green-thumbed gardeners at the top of their game
December 31, 2007 Winter Warming Just because it's winter outside doesn't mean that your interior greenery choices have to reflect the chilly temperatures. Dabble with orchids, table rose and paperwhites to liven up your home and inspire warm thoughts
December 10, 2007 How To Grow a Green Thumb The more you know about the houseplants you bring home, the better chance they have of survival. Here are some tips from the pros on how keep your houseplants alive in spite of yourself
December 3, 2007 Getting To The Root Of It All Continue your harvest well into the winter with delicious root vegetables that are strong enough to withstand even the harshest of elements. From beets to parsnips to the sweetest carrots your garden can produce, root veggies are a great seasonal standby
November 26, 2007 Weathering The Winter Give your flowers, vegetables and trees a fighting chance this winter with these tips on how to lessen the damage caused by wind, frost and snow
November 12, 2007 Sense And Sensibility Discover your garden beyond just admiring the view. Engage your five senses – as well as your mind – to fully experience all that a garden can offer, including lower blood pressure
November 5, 2007 The Sky Is The Limit An outdoor kitchen isn't a mere extension of your home's control center - it's got an identity all its own. Disregard typical home-improvement limitations, such as space or weather, to create the outdoor kitchen of your dreams for year-round enjoyment
October 29, 2007 Clean Sweep Before tucking in your garden for the winter, there are a few tasks you won't want to overlook - that is, unless you enjoy the frustration that accompanies an unkempt, unhealthy garden on the first day of spring
October 22, 2007 The Attainable Orchid No longer considered a flower limited to the upper crust of society, orchids are popping up everywhere, bolstering their reputation with their beauty, scent and easy-to-maintain schedule
October 15, 2007 Don’t Get Fenced In Fences are no longer an either/or debate - options are literally coming out of the woodwork. From the up-and-coming wood-plastic composite fence to the popular vinyl variety, fences aren’t what they used to be - they’re better
October 8, 2007 When Mother Nature Strikes You can't tame her, change her, or reason with her, but you can learn how to cope with Mother Nature's temper tantrums and the damage she delivers to your plants. Here's what to do - and what not to do - when earth, wind and fire start acting up
October 1, 2007 Falling For Color Don't bid adieu to the garden just because summer is officially over. Embrace autumn with richly hued annuals and hardy grasses
September 17, 2007 Pondering an H2Oasis Creating a garden pond in your backyard isn't as daunting as it sounds. Big or small, a pond of your own is a relaxing and rewarding way to indulge
September 10, 2007 Porch Delights Get ready for the upcoming season-switch by prepping your porch with some fall-friendly flowers in decorative containers. Here are some ideas for how to extend your garden party
September 3, 2007 Gardening For Your Health Working in your yard doesn't just yield a polished finish on your outside décor. Though you may not realize it, gardening is exercise - here's how to get the most out of it.
August 27, 2007 Blooming Blooms Here’s how to outsmart – and repurpose – those unwanted blooms mucking up your herb garden
August 20, 2007 Veggies Without Borders Liven up your garden – and your meals – with easy-to-grow Asian vegetables. Here’s the 411 on how to grow them, how to cook with them and how much you’ll enjoy the variety
July 30, 2007 Herb Kitsch In Your Kitchen Make your taste buds dance and give your green thumb a workout with these homegrown kitchen delights
June 25, 2007 A Fesh Start! Garden Tips the Experts Wish You’d take The experts have a truckload of advice for home gardeners- if only we’d listen! Here is some of their most valuable – most often ignored – advice
May 29, 2007 Give Your Home the Creeps When it comes to your home, planting vines that creep, crawl, twine or climb can make your garden more picturesque – and add privacy to your outdoor living space
May 21, 2007 Grow a Pet-Friendly Lawn and Garden When dogs are damaging to the great outdoors, it time to turn toward tougher plants and grasses
May 14, 2007 Privacy Makes Perfect As outdoor entertaining hits summer-stride, keep your celebration under wraps - and out of view of passersby and pesky bugs
May 7, 2007 Growing Kids’ Food Smarts with Containers Carrots don’t really come from the supermarket, and the lessons that lie therein can teach kids a lot about the foods they consume
April 30, 2007 Here a Tweet, There a Tweet Build a bird-friendly backyard by allowing nature into your landscape
April 23, 2007 Enter in Floral Style With a few green-thumb touches, you can greet your guests with a hearty welcome before you ever open the door
April 16, 2007 Test Your Herb Expertise Parsley, sage, rosemary and … time for a quick quiz on herbs
April 9, 2007 Water Smarts for Luscious Lawns, Gardens Planting a successful, water-wise garden need not be difficult – unless, of course, you expect nature to do all the work
April 2, 2007 Patios ‘Spring’ to Life After months of limited use and less-than accommodating weather it’s time to get your outdoor entertaining area ready for prime-time
March 26, 2007 Lettuce Harvest Early Whether planting seeds or starter plants, lettuce is the perfect spring veggie to get the harvest started now
March 19, 2007 Get Crafty and Get Cooking with Herbs Simple to maintain and full of fresh aromas, herbs are the secret behind must-have dishes and must-do projects.
March 12, 2007 Pretty, Pretty Pathway Landscaping sets the tone for your home. From stones, to plants, to torches, here's how to make yours exciting and inviting.
October 1, 2006 Pots as Far as the Eye Can Se Now that you’ve got a firm grasp on crafting containers, here’s how to turn those singular pots into a cohesive potscape.
August 1, 2006 Life on the Outside Creating an escapist sanctuary in your backyard is more about indoor luxury than outdoor limitations.
June 15, 2006 Hang Up Your Mowing Boots If lawn care isn’t your thing, here’s how to make it a more manageable task.
November 15, 2005 Deck the Halls Safely! Follow these tips to make sure you and your home remain intact this holiday season.
October 1, 2005 Why Women are D-I-Y-ing It For Themselves Call it a power grab. More women are finding that wielding power tools gives them clout that extends well beyond drilling a hole or cutting a two-by-four.
