Spring is right around the corner so it's time to start paying attention to your home garden again. We consulted some local experts for tips on everything from gardening, to create a little "backyard ...

Summer can be a difficult time for new gardeners due to rising temperatures. Here are some easy tips for you to try this year ...

It’s summertime, which means some of the tastiest fruits and vegetables the D.C. area has to offer are in peak season. But just because something’s homegrown doesn’t mean it’s risk free. Whether it’s ...

For decades, native plants were relegated to the “weed” section of many American gardeners’ minds. Most nurseries didn’t stock them. But that’s slowly changing. Native plants provide food and shelter ...

There are lots of great ways to keep your garden healthy over the winter. Try these companion planting techniques to help ...

Yes you can begin weeding as early as January. The perennial weeds such as dandelion and thistle are easy to see and easier to pull from the wet winter ground. Vicky McMillan The third week of January ...

Warmer weather means tomato season! Depending on how much rain the garden gets, your soil might need a few days to dry out before you start planting, said Tomatomania owner Scott Daigre. Tromping ...

Cleaning up your vegetable garden at the end of the season goes a long way toward avoiding pest and disease problems next year. You may have heard that it is a good idea to leave plant material ...

Think it's too hot to plant? Think again. Mid-July may feel sweltering, but garden expert Jennifer Brennan from Chalet Home & Garden says now is actually a great time to dig in. With warm soil and ...

As Thanksgiving nears, locals are shopping for Christmas trees, and Jennifer Brennan, horticulturist with Chalet Home & Garden in Wilmette, shared tips on ABC7 Eyewitness 7 a.m. newscast. Brennan ...

Growing capsicum in pots offers a rewarding way to cultivate nutritious bell peppers, even in limited spaces. This guide ...