Gracious Gardening Staff

Ants can be the bane of our existence. They come into our gardens and protect nasty plant-killing bugs, and they find any possible crack...

Potted plants can be both a blessing and curse depending on their care. On one hand, it’s very easy to care for your potted...

Fencing is very functional. It can be used as a barrier to keep things out or keep things, like a dog or other people,...

We all know that mosquitoes can be a great nuisance, especially with this warm weather. The good news, however, is that apart from chemicals,...

For thousands of years, people have been using different healing herbs to alleviate pain and heal themselves. Modern scientists have even come forward to...

Succulents are one of Mother Nature's perfect works of art. With their variety of exquisite shapes and unique leaf forms resembling rosettes and teardrops,...

People all over the world are quickly adopting traditional Japanese garden designs for their backyard. It’s no wonder that this is becoming the new...

It's one of the most frustrating situations to encounter: You work hard in your garden to yield a crop that will feed you and...

We've all dealt with those annoying weeds in our yards that just don’t seem to go away. Don’t be so quick to get rid...

In late August the hummingbirds will be starting their migration. Some of us will be sad to see them going, and others will be...

Most of the time, mushrooms aren't dangerous. While there are cases where mushrooms caused lawn diseases, these are few and far between. However, a...

We plant certain flowers in our gardens and around our yards to experience their glorious beauty. But one of the most enjoyable aspects of...

  Strawberries are one of our favorite fruits to eat all year long. They’re sweet and juicy, leaving us constantly craving more. Now using a...

The goldmound spirea is a small shrub with gold leaves that would add a splash of color and elegance to any garden. Its small...

April 4th is World Rat Day, which is a perfectly fine day for promoting the idea of keeping rats in a cage and enjoying...

Spring is finally here, and it's time to think about planting potted rose bushes. They make a beautiful addition to all backyards. They're also...

Treading lightly with peat moss Peat or peat moss has to be the most controversial wild growing moss in the world. Its reputation is known...

What would we do without aloe vera? We rely very much on this plant in the medical and beauty industries. However, when most people...

  One of the most popular landscaping trends out right now is the living wall. For those unfamiliar with this term, it’s essentially when you...