Extreme cold over multiple days, plus ice and snow, can be deadly for your yard.

A rattlesnake isn't a reptile to mess with. If you see one in your yard, don't panic. There are simple steps you can take to humanely mitigate the risk.

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Winter is here, which means it's time to prepare your plumbing if you haven't already. Here's how you can protect your home in the cold ...

How I discovered a surprising way to outwit the predators nibbling our tulip bulbs ...

Slugs have slithered their way into headlines because they’re everywhere in Oregon, and their population is skyrocketing.

By Barbara Bryson, Kim Kelly and Cynthia Lafferty This month, we have two contributors to the Garden Palette — our native plant expert, Cynthia Lafferty from Doak Creek Natives and Barbara ...

"Maybe try [being] creative with nature rather than trying to beat nature." Homeowners issue warning to stop installation of ...

"I’m both impressed and envious." Homeowner shares stunning before-and-after photos of garden transformation: 'So incredibly lovely' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Tucked away on Chicago’s North Side sits a cavernous wonderland where budget-savvy homeowners and apartment dwellers alike ...

The flooring section remains one of Ollie’s best-kept secrets, hidden in plain sight among more obvious departments. Area ...

Q: I am looking at trees to plant in my yard. Are there any specific ones that I should avoid? Here are some truly awful ...