Just because something looks good online, doesn't mean it's a wise choice. From certain ground covers to mulching techniques, ...

The 2026 Perennial Plant of the Year is Blackhawks big bluestem, a cultivar of one of the dominant grasses of the North American tallgrass prairies.

While mulch is a great resource in both reducing weeds and keeping your trees healthy, don’t overlook the usefulness of ...

Illinois farmer Brian Corkill uses cover crops on most of his ground. Read about what species he uses ahead of corn and ...

If you fertilize plants in winter when they're not growing, you risk damaging them in five ways. This guide looks at when and ...

Amending your soil can help your garden bounce back from a cold winter. From adjusting the pH to improving the drainage, here ...

If you're keen to add some stunning floral color to your garden, you can't go past these outstanding phlox varieties ...

Over the decades, corn and soybeans have become the dominant crops in the region. Some of the factors that led to the change ...