Diseases are uncommon, but leaf spot, rust, powdery mildew and berry rot can occur. Common snowberry is a larval host to ...

December is here — bringing with it the end of the year and a festive energy that makes us want to revel in every moment of ...

Plant grasses in spring or fall and use mulch to help them thrive. Both evergreens and grasses are easy to care for and work ...

If you’ve ever wished for a little extra color or greenery at home, container plants are a simple way to get started.

The layer of fallen leaves provides winter shelter and insulation for many creatures, including insects, spiders, toads, ...

Some of the most beautiful and surprisingly common plants could spell serious danger for your pets, especially curious cats ...

Bacteria are not always harmful. These microorganisms often become assistants to scientists in creating useful products in all areas of the state’s economy — be it industry, medicine, the ecosphere, ...

Tired of reading one more column about politics, data centers, or other issues? Let’s talk about something you can control: Your lawn.

Metro Vancouver residents may have noticed lawns across the region are more of a chewed-up eyesore than usual this fall.

Dogwood, or Cornus, is a brilliant choice. It’s one of the best plants for clay soils, if your garden fits that description, ...

THESE bees are our finest local residents – because they literally consist of the Best of the West. They happen to occupy ...

Imagine walking away with bags bursting with farm-fresh produce, artisanal bread still warm from the oven, and enough local cheese to make your refrigerator proud—all for less than what you’d drop on ...