Yard & Garden Edition

Yard & Garden

Guidance on growing, landscaping, and maintaining outdoor spaces.

Updated daily · 16 stories

Home›Home & Garden›Yard & Garden
Companion Planting 101: How Pairing Vegetables Can Reduce Pests Naturally
Yard & Garden · Featured

Companion Planting 101: How Pairing Vegetables Can Reduce Pests Naturally

By Home & Garden Editorial Team · 8 min read
Yard & Garden Drip Irrigation vs. Sprinkler Systems: Water Efficiency, Cost, and Effort Compared

Drip Irrigation vs. Sprinkler Systems: Water Efficiency, Cost, and Effort Compared

Drip and sprinkler systems each excel in different situations. Compare water use, installation complexity, and long-term…

Home & Garden Editorial Team · 6 min
Yard & Garden Fall Yard Prep: A Room-by-Room Outdoor Checklist Before the First Frost

Fall Yard Prep: A Room-by-Room Outdoor Checklist Before the First Frost

Cover every corner of your outdoor space before cold weather arrives. This checklist walks through beds, lawn, tools, an…

Home & Garden Editorial Team · 6 min
Yard & Garden Grass Seed, Sod, or Plugs: Which Lawn-Starting Method Actually Works Best for Your Yard

Grass Seed, Sod, or Plugs: Which Lawn-Starting Method Actually Works Best for Your Yard

Seed, sod, and plugs each suit different lawns, budgets, and timelines. Learn which method fits your soil, climate, and …

Home & Garden Editorial Team · 6 min
Yard & Garden Hardscaping on a Budget: Paths, Patios, and Borders Without a Landscaper

Hardscaping on a Budget: Paths, Patios, and Borders Without a Landscaper

Gravel paths, stepping stones, and simple borders can transform a yard without professional help. Learn planning basics …

Home & Garden Editorial Team · 7 min
Yard & Garden Lawn Fertilizer Labels Decoded: N-P-K Ratios and When Each Nutrient Matters

Lawn Fertilizer Labels Decoded: N-P-K Ratios and When Each Nutrient Matters

Those three numbers on every fertilizer bag have real meaning. Learn what nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium each do fo…

Home & Garden Editorial Team · 6 min
Yard & Garden Low-Maintenance Ground Covers That Actually Suppress Weeds

Low-Maintenance Ground Covers That Actually Suppress Weeds

Ground covers can replace high-effort turf and choke out weeds. Explore durable, spreading options suited to sun, shade,…

Home & Garden Editorial Team · 6 min
Yard & Garden Mulch Myths That Are Quietly Harming Your Garden Beds

Mulch Myths That Are Quietly Harming Your Garden Beds

From volcano mulching to the wrong depth, common mulching habits can damage roots and encourage pests. Here's what the e…

Home & Garden Editorial Team · 6 min
Yard & Garden Native Plants vs. Traditional Landscaping: Maintenance, Ecology, and Curb Appeal

Native Plants vs. Traditional Landscaping: Maintenance, Ecology, and Curb Appeal

Native plantings often need less water and care than conventional landscapes, but the trade-offs are real. Here's a bala…

Home & Garden Editorial Team · 6 min
Yard & Garden Perennials vs. Annuals: Planning a Garden That Balances Longevity and Color

Perennials vs. Annuals: Planning a Garden That Balances Longevity and Color

Annuals deliver season-long color; perennials return year after year. Learn how to mix both for a yard that looks good w…

Home & Garden Editorial Team · 6 min
Yard & Garden Raised Beds from Start to Harvest: A Complete Backyard Gardening Guide

Raised Beds from Start to Harvest: A Complete Backyard Gardening Guide

Everything you need to know about raised bed gardens — from choosing lumber and fill mix to planting schedules and seaso…

Home & Garden Editorial Team · 9 min
Yard & Garden Reading Your Lawn's Warning Signs: What Patches, Color Changes, and Bare Spots Are Telling You

Reading Your Lawn's Warning Signs: What Patches, Color Changes, and Bare Spots Are Telling You

Yellow patches, brown rings, and thin spots each point to different problems. Learn to identify common lawn issues befor…

Home & Garden Editorial Team · 9 min
Yard & Garden Soil pH and Your Garden: What the Numbers Mean and Why Plants Care

Soil pH and Your Garden: What the Numbers Mean and Why Plants Care

Soil pH affects nutrient availability and plant health. Here's how to read a soil test, understand the scale, and adjust…

Home & Garden Editorial Team · 7 min
Yard & Garden Starting a Compost Pile at Home: What Goes In, What Stays Out, and How Long It Takes

Starting a Compost Pile at Home: What Goes In, What Stays Out, and How Long It Takes

Composting turns kitchen and yard waste into garden gold. Learn what to add, what to avoid, and realistic timelines for …

Home & Garden Editorial Team · 6 min
Yard & Garden Watering Your Garden Deeply vs. Frequently: The Case for Infrequent Soakings

Watering Your Garden Deeply vs. Frequently: The Case for Infrequent Soakings

Frequent shallow watering trains shallow roots. Learn why deep, infrequent watering produces stronger, more drought-tole…

Home & Garden Editorial Team · 6 min
Yard & Garden Why Your Tomatoes Keep Cracking Before You Can Pick Them

Why Your Tomatoes Keep Cracking Before You Can Pick Them

Tomato skin cracking is a common frustration with a fixable cause. Learn what triggers it and how to keep fruit intact t…

Home & Garden Editorial Team · 4 min

Top writers in Yard & Garden

Home & Garden Editorial Team

Home & Garden Editorial Team

Staff Writer