Gardening offers so many benefits to both our physical and mental well-being; not to mention, a properly maintained garden can also boost a home’s eco credentials. But mismanaging our outdoor havens ...

Use at least four inches of organic mulch such as straw, shredded leaves, or wood chips. It slows evaporation and helps more ...

To save money on your energy bills, set your washing machine to use cold water rather than hot or warm water. Sweep driveways, sidewalks, and steps rather than hosing them off. Install a rain barrel ...

Taking care of your garden during the hot summer months can feel challenging, especially when water is limited and time is ...

Hand washing dishes is a total drag. And not just because it takes so long that you can feel wrinkles forming, but the process can waste a ton of water if you’re not careful. Thankfully, we found ways ...

Perhaps no issues are more hot button these days than the environment and the economy. The general feeling is that both need to be saved, but there are differing views as to how to go about doing so.

Happy 2024! May I be the first to wish you much joy, bountiful harvests and armloads of fragrant blooms in the coming year. You’ll find a list of plant-related events and activities below, but first, ...

Whether you're experiencing record heat waves or just like to stay cool, summer often brings higher utility bills with it. With electricity and energy prices remaining high, you can expect to spend ...

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Dealing with high utility bills? Water heating may be one of the major culprits. According to the US Department of Energy, it is one of the largest residential energy uses and accounts for nearly ...

California may be overlooking simple ways the state could save water supply, a new study has found. The state is one of the most important for agriculture in the U.S. A third or more of the country's ...