Cranberries are so important for Massachusetts, in fact, that they are the state fruit and cranberry red is the state color.

While you might think of plants that spread through underground rhizomes or above-ground stolons as making the perfect ground covers, there are also low-growing shrubs that can serve the same purpose.

June brought strong crops, lively shows and new grants, but Scottish farmers still face cost and compliance pressures.

Heavy flooding has turned massive swaths of low-lying land into deep basins of water since the downpour began last week.

Here’s a quick look at how several common cover crops compare across several key factors: Nitrogen provided: Effective fixer, inoculation can help in warmer regions to ensure optimal nitrogen ...

Gardening doesn't have to stop in winter, in fact, there are three specific seeds you must sow before the end of this month ...

The first option is Frogfruit, Phyla nodiflora, which is a native groundcover that handles mowing very well. This spreading ...

Climate change refers to long-term alterations in our average weather patterns, causing droughts to last longer, stronger storms to increase flooding and fires that burn hotter with smoke reducing the ...

Ground covers are a top choice as turf alternatives for many homeowners. Like grass, they grow close to the ground. But unlike grass, they don’t need to be mowed. Ground covers give you a lot of other ...

Innovative practices — from diet additives to regenerative grazing — can offer quick wins in the fight against global rising temperatures.

Chemical sprays were once the only answer to garden pests. They promised quick results and peace of mind. Now, gardeners are turning to organic methods and Integrated Pest Management, or IPM. These ...

Gary and Angela Spotswood release beneficial insects via drone to combat pests on their organic vegetable crops near Home ...