Sustainable Living

A Homes & Gardens report says winter waterlogging, not cold alone, is a key risk to alpine plants. Learn how to shelter plants and improve drainage.

Gardening Know How highlights seven native perennials, from coneflowers to anise hyssop, and the growing conditions they need to thrive.

BAnQ’s gardening book of the month is Joey Santore’s Concrete Botany, available as a free e-book to subscribers.

John Chang’s gardening guide organizes plant science, crop data and techniques for people growing vegetables indoors or on apartment balconies.

Gardening Know How profiles six living Christmas trees suited to pots, with guidance on their size, care and outdoor growing conditions.

A Homes & Gardens report recommends covering winter brassicas with netting and supporting tall plants to reduce pest and weather damage.

Gardening Know How recommends serviceberry as a native ornamental alternative, citing spring flowers, edible berries, fall color and wildlife value.

Homes & Gardens outlines four steps for keeping citronella plants indoors through winter, including timing, pruning, light and reduced watering.

Many hummingbirds head south for winter, while some remain in the U.S. Learn how migration varies and how feeders, flowers and shelter can help.

Learn how to size, place, and run a greenhouse heater safely while cutting heat loss and protecting your plants through cold nights.