The war on weeds starts early in the growing season for most gardening enthusiasts. Weeds seem to grow huge without any encouragement at all, while flowers and tomatoes seem to need perfect conditions ...

Gravel is a very common material used in many ways in backyards, ranging from a gravel driveway to a low-maintenance gravel garden. Wherever you have gravel, however, there are likely to be weeds ...

Pea gravel private drive behind iron fence next to brick house - Paulmaguire/Getty Images With the driveway having such a huge impact on a home's curb appeal, gravel is a lifesaver for ...

Over the years, I’ve collected a lot of different kinds of gardening tools. One of my most unusual tools has to be my hand-held rotary hoe. The garden rotary hoe I have has a long handle so I can ...

Weeds thrive in even the smallest cracks, so regular maintenance every couple of weeks keeps them from taking hold and spreading. Gentle, natural methods like hand-pulling, boiling water, and vinegar ...

Q. What steps can I take now to avoid a weed problem in the spring? It seems that as soon as the weather warms up, the weeds go crazy and I can’t keep up! Although weeds are mostly a warm-weather ...