Think strength in numbers. A strong, vibrant lawn, rather than a patch with sparse blades of grass, is your best defence. “Healthy grass with deep roots naturally crowds out weeds,” says Agustina.

Weeds. Those freeloaders of the garden world. No matter how lovingly you tend your tomatoes or fluff your mulch, those green invaders always show up like uninvited houseguests who overstay their ...

Landscaping with rocks goes beyond gravel—experiment with medium and large boulders to add instant drama to your front yard.

Backyard walkways made of pavers, stone or wood can be expensive enough to force you to make a sizable withdrawal from Fort ...

Mix well in a spray bottle or other such vessel, then spray directly on weeds during a hot, sunny day. It dries them out fast, but beware: It kills any greenery it touches. Repeat as necessary. Cost: ...

Gravel beds can be an aesthetically pleasing addition to your home, but you need to check them to make sure you don't have a ...

May is wildfire prevention month. With wildfires in the news more often, Nebraska Extension is providing tips for fire-smart ...

Growing from seed can be more cost-effective and rewarding than buying a plant or propagating, but it isn't the best choice ...

Too much mulch can be a bad thing. Learn more about volcano mulching and other common mulch mistakes to avoid.

Such a retrofit would include installation of flame- and ember-resistant vents, metal flashing where walls meet the ground or decks, metal guards covering rain gutters and replacing bark mulch with ...

La Grind is back this weekend in downtown Emporia with some new additions to the schedule this year. The 2025 event will see several new offerings, according to race organizer Tom Hayden, a guest of ...