Gardening

Plus, tips for nurturing Eudora Welty’s favorite cactus

Skip the pulling and especially the spraying, and join me in sheet mulching

In Wardensville, Farms Work Wonders grows vegetables, businesses, and opportunities for Appalachian youth

Feathered friends will sing their praises over these native blooming vines, seed-laden flowers, and berry bushes. Plus: Tips and tricks for taking a naturalist approach to gardening

Even a “failed” fig tree can shine in this garden-fresh drink

Style inspiration for digging in the dirt from Britain’s Monty Don

Exulting in the joys (and uses) of a pile of poo

Advice from Plots & Pans’ Dominique Charles

Their answers were surprising (and surprisingly touching)

One small perk of an endless summer

Ole Timey Blue Collards add sweetness—and beauty—to your winter garden