Mcfarland Lawn & Garden

How To Calculate Cubic Yards Mulch Per Square Feet

Here you will find a calculator to help you determine how much mulch you need to cover an area.

16 Invasive Species Sold at Garden Centers You Should Never Buy

These 16 invasive species of plants are commonly sold at garden centers - beware of them and DO NOT buy them from your garden store!

Top 10 Plants You Can't Kill

Tough as nails, but they're pretty, too. Turn your black thumb into a green thumb with our picks for the top 10 plants you can't kill.

Add Perennials To Beautify Your Landscape

Adam Bachman, of Bachman's Floral, explains (3:07). WCCO Mid-Morning - October 3, 2019

The 10 Worst Invasive Plants to Watch Out for in Your Region

10 Tips on How to Water Your Container Gardens

Proper watering plants growing in containers is trickier than you think—learn about the right potting soil, the right containers to use, and the right technique.

How to Feed Birds All Year Long

As the seasons change from winter to spring to summer to fall, switch up what you're serving in your feeders to attract more birds to your backyard.

How to Store Patio Furniture, Grills and Lawn or Garden Equipment

Read our latest blog to learn how to properly store patio furniture, grills and lawn or garden equipment over the winter.

Ready for a Garden Shed? Read This Professional Advice First

A good shed can provide storage, become a focal point and make it easier to garden. Here’s how to get it right

Do You Use Common Lawn Chemicals? Be Careful!

Cruise through any suburban neighborhood during the warm time of the year and you'll see a very common sight: lots of lush, deep green, inviting lawns. Man

How to Make Concrete Garden Edging

Use these steps to make concrete garden edging in whatever length you wish. Always affordable and at once both decorative and functional, concrete garden edging

just let your grass grow

If you want to encourage wildflowers in your garden, leave your lawn to its own devices, argues Trevor Dines, botanist at conservation charity Plantlife

4 reasons to let your lawn grow wild

A beautiful lawn doesn't have to be plain—and you can make a difference for the environment by getting a little creative.

Keep the pests away and keep your garden growing

Using repellents and fertilizers can make sure your garden and landscape look the best they possibly could.

Get Greener Grass: Your Guide to Proper Lawn Watering

Are you ready for a season of green grass? Exmark has your complete guide for proper watering of your lawn. Find out how, when and how much water to use.

Fix-It Chick: Use compost for lawn, garden

Combining compost with existing soils improves soil structure, increases water retention, adds nutrients, stabilizes pH, and reduces erosion.

5 Things to Get Your Garden Ready for Winter—and Guarantee a Spectacular Spring

Gardener’s secret: After the autumnal harvest, there are a few chores that will make life easier when warm weather returns.