• Bluebirds started to return in February and are now feeding in flocks before heading to the high country for nesting. • Resident bald eagles incubate eggs as wintering bald eagles head north to nest ...

gravel garden with colorful plants and large rocks - Schad1953/Getty Images Nothing ruins the look of pristine gravel quite like a wilful weed forcing its way through the stony setting. Gravel, ...

Every spring, billions of bright yellow dandelions pop up to greet the warm sun. While their glowing color may bring cheer to those suffering from winter blues, they also can be frustrating for ...

Nobody will argue that this is one of the best springs in years for blooming trees and shrubs. Azaleas, dogwoods, rhododendron and other flowering shrubs blooms have been spectacular — and so have the ...

That’s one perspective. Here’s another: Dandelions are one of the most infamous of weeds. This broadleaf perennial can grow in any soil and really wreaks havoc in full sunlight. In the early spring, ...

Most people see weeds as unwanted plants that take over gardens and spoil the look of a neat yard. They’re pulled out, ...

Gardening can be a matter of perspective: One person’s weed is another person’s flower! But some types of weeds are not just a blip on the radar; they can take over your grass in a hurry if left alone ...

EAST LANSING, MI—Spring and summer often find homeowners out in their yards, busily attempting to control the onslaught of dandelions in a quest for green, weed-free lawns. Dandelions, broadleaf ...

In addition to being able to identify weeds, you can take steps to help prevent them from growing in order to keep a healthy garden this summer. Check out this handy list and helpful information.

BOISE, Idaho — Many of us grow vegetables in our gardens, but even if you don’t, you just might have a whole produce section growing in your yard that you don’t even know about. That’s because many of ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Your vision of a perfect backyard might feature vibrant flower beds, a healthy lawn, and prolific ...