When they say "spring is in the air" in Tom Putvinski's neighborhood, they mean it literally. From late February on, sweet and heady aromas waft from his Scotch Plains garden, hidden behind a lacy ...

The sweet, heavy perfume of the fragrant evening primrose wafts in the sunset on balmy summer evenings. The first night moths will soon come to pollinate the buds. The plant is just one of many that ...

All gardeners know the joy spring planting brings. Full of color and shape, our yards are arguably at their peak during this season. But, it isn't just visuals you should focus on when curating your ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Planting fast-growing shrubs is another way to bring color and fragrance to the garden. One large hardy ...

As a garden center owner for over three decades, I have seen all types of gardeners come in to shop for plants and, without exception, regardless of their level of skill, there is one common habit ...

Evergreens are the unsung heroes of garden borders. They can be versatile and resilient, adding greenery to boundaries, containers and flower beds even during the cold and dark months of winter. There ...

Spending time outdoors in a beautifully landscaped, low-maintenance garden has long been appreciated for improving one’s well-being, physical health and stress reduction. Additionally, outdoor living ...

If you’ve ever picked up a rose bouquet from the grocery store or sniffed at the options in a florist’s shop, you might have been disappointed by the lack of scent in those beautiful blooms. With ...

If you choose plants just for the way they look, you’re missing out. It’s time to take a fragrance inventory. By Margaret Roach In his latest book, Ken Druse candidly admits to a particular botanical ...

A Barefoot State of Mind: Visit Barefoot’s Doors to Oars Home Tour: Saturdays, Aug. 16, 23 & 30 Erie approves rezoning for Westerly expansion, reducing density and paving way for growth Should I buy a ...