Creeping thyme ( Thymus spp.) is a fast-growing herbaceous perennial in the mint family. The low-growing plant, also called Breckland thyme or elfin thyme, produces small blooms in shades of pink, ...

Vegetables need water to grow, but the correct watering regimen is often more nuanced than just giving them a good soak.

A new study led by the University of Southampton and research institutes in France has uncovered the mystery of how mini sand ...

There are lots of positives about sandy soil. It will happily accommodate a range of flowers, plants and trees, especially if ...

Common garden beans ( Phaseolus vulgaris ) are pole bean or bush varieties. "The plants in this family have pea-like pods," ...

This coarse, gritty sand improves drainage, fights root rot, and makes soil easier to dig—here’s how to use it right.