While it may seem like an eco-friendly way to boost your garden, applying coffee grounds directly to certain plants can do ...

If you garden without pesticides, one of the best ways to manage pests is by keeping your plants healthy and encouraging ...

From your backyard to the local forest, invasive species have big environmental and economic impacts. Learn how to manage ...

"I've never understood HOAs." Homeowner shares stunning photos after defying HOA with backyard project: 'Thank God I'm ...

Nancy and Ben Pounds' Bloomington yard is featured as part of a 10-home garden tour benefiting the David Davis Mansion.

I tested the popular 'bucket of boom' mosquito trap to see if it actually reduces mosquito populations. Plus, a garden expert ...

It’s National Pollinator Week through Sunday, and organizations across Illinois are raising awareness of pollinators to ...

Welcome to the home (stead) of Heather and Terrance Grady. Despite living in the city, this Denver couple has built a ...

Fence decor is having a moment on social media. Here's how to dress up your fence for a stunning look you—and potential ...

Winter can feel like a time to avoid the garden, but these simple jobs can help keep things productive through the cooler ...

When I was a kid, my aunt and uncle grew tomatoes in plastic buckets lined up like soldiers on the cement patio in their tiny ...

Some nature lovers learned about wildlife on Friday at Hauberg Estate, Rock Island. (Mike Colón, OurQuadCities.com) The Back Yard Bio Blitz featured guided plant hikes and a look at live reptiles, ...