Foresters and wildlife managers can't stop the trend toward snowier winters, but they can make better habitat for deer to find shelter. A doe peeks out from under some conifer trees in the Elephant ...

Contrary to what most people may think, gardening doesn't have to end for the season with the fall harvest. You don't even have to be a pro gardener to start a backyard winter garden. And you'd be ...

Deer need two kinds of habitat to survive the snowiest winters in northeastern Minnesota, food and cover, and without both kinds, deer numbers tend to dwindle — just as they have for the past decade.

If you are itching to dust the snow off the garden and get some seeds in, peas are the salvation you’re looking for. I’ve extolled the power of peas before, but I barely scratched the surface on their ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Even ...

As a master gardener who specializes in organic gardening and permaculture techniques, companion planting is something of an obsession of mine. It's endlessly useful and is the foundation of a healthy ...

As the growing season winds down, you might think your garden has reached its final stage for the year. But mid-November can still be a great time to improve your soil and prepare for next spring with ...