Melissa Breyer

The potentially harmful chemicals are impacting ecosystems and freshwater resources.

My fantasy garden would include these show-stopping varieties that are as beautiful as they are delicious.

It's possible that poinsettias get the bummest rap in the plant world. They have a reputation as deadly beauties, but is the ubiquitous holiday plant actually one of the flowers poisonous to cats

You can do it over a weekend or knock it out quickly with a food processor and hand-cranked pasta machine. Either way, it's tasty and easy.

From watering needs to ideal temperatures, here's what to know to help your indoor plants survive the cooler months.

People have long used specific flora to convey secret messages, here's how they let nature do their bidding.

Over the next week, we'll offer simple tips for living life more sustainably—one day at a time.

Is your garden an eco-friendly oasis—or could it use some work to make the green a bit "greener"?

While even just the act of gardening is an excellent start, take our eco-friendly gardening quiz to see if your garden is fulfilling its green potential. Plus, learn some clever ways to make your garden more sustainable, no matter what level you are.

In honor of Earth Month, we'll be sharing a week's worth of tips to inspire you to live a little more sustainably. Follow along—and don’t be surprised if you find that living green really does equate to living better.