Spring flowers are always a breath of fresh air after a winter of dark, dreary colors. There’s nothing more delightful than ...

Fall is here – it’s time to prep the garden for a winter rest. As the gardening season comes to an end, we’re faced with the task of clearing up before winter arrives. While the general rule for ...

Hey there, my name is Tracey. I’m the editor-in-chief here at Rural Sprout. Many of our readers already know me from our popular Sunday newsletters. (You are signed up for our newsletters, right?) ...

I have a couple of friends who are very much into board games. They seem to remember the rules of 15+ games by heart and ...

It takes about a month to six weeks for hydrangea cuttings to root. They will root a bit faster if the soil is slightly warm ...

Urine is an excellent natural fertilizer and among the very oldest ways to create fertile soil. After all, pee plays quite a ...

As the leaves change color and fall from the trees, most of us are busy closing up our gardens for the season. But don’t put ...

Agapanthus, often called the “African Lily,” is immediately recognizable with its stunning, spherical clusters of blue or white flowers that bloom on tall stalks above lush, green strap-like leaves.

Gourds are a staple when it comes to decorating for autumn. Along with pumpkins, chrysanthemums, and bejeweled ears of Indian corn, gourds are a sure sign of fall. But did you know you can easily dry ...