Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Hummingbird perched on a twig - Malik Perwaiz Akhter/Shutterstock Did you know that having more hummingbirds in your yard also ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The first day of fall is just around the corner, which means it's the perfect time to start planning your ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A field of flowers in the fall - Joern Siegroth/Getty Images Flowers are most prominent during spring and summer, but there are ...

If you’re a fan of purple flowers, you know how much they can elevate a garden with their rich, vibrant hues. Purple blooms ...

Want to hear more bird song in your backyard? You need to grow plants that provide shelter and food in the form of insects ...

The worst of the heat and humidity is finally behind us, and autumn ushers in crisp air and brilliant color. Reds, yellows and purples fill the landscape and remind us that fall gardens still have ...

Editor's Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR's Saturday morning newsletter, The Weekender. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here. Back in July, I was one of the lucky ...

Did you know that having more hummingbirds in your yard also means better insect control? These hungry little birds are known to consume spiders, mosquitoes, and a handful of other pesky bugs.