Dive into some tasty kitchen gardens that show how to make the most of any outdoor space With some smart planning, small outdoor spaces can easily be transformed into beautiful, productive fruit and veggie gardens. Come take a look at 10 inviting edible gardens tucked into front yards, side yards, decks, and balconies that show…
As summer winds down, take these steps to get your home and family organized for fall With the transition from summer to the beginning of a new school year (and maybe some back-to-work blues), August can feel like a sudden downshift. Stretch out these last days of summer by squeezing in a few more home…
Crave a quiet day or a weekend devoted to yoga? Design a mini-retreat without going anywhere When you hear the word “retreat,” what comes to mind — writing in a cabin by a lonesome lake, engaging in spiritual study, or practicing yoga on the beach? How about doing a retreat in your own home? It…
Find out how to keep your plants thriving in summer’s heat and how to tell if sunburned ones can be saved. We’ve all experienced it: blistering temperatures, above our typical summer averages, that have us flocking to the comfort of our homes. But what about the plants in our gardens? Unless they are in a…
Water deeply, mulch beds, and move containers into the partial shade to keep plants alive while you’re away. The sun’s out, the weather’s warm, and it’s the perfect time of year to get out of town for a holiday. But that hot and dry summer climate can wreak havoc on gardens left unattended for a…
