Stranger things have happened! On Wednesday, the Foo Fighters announced that their guitarist Pat Smear has to sit out a few of the group’s upcoming performances due to a freak accident. “BREAKING NEWS! In the classic tradition of rockstars having bizarre gardening accidents, Pat Smear has apparently rung in the new year by smashing the s–t out of … Read more
We tend to think that fall is when the garden winds down, and spring is when the work begins. But there are several chores that, if completed now, will make your spring job much easier. For starters, pulling up weeds by their roots in the fall will dramatically reduce their reappearance when the weather warms up again. … Read more
Your indoor jungle might be leafing you frazzled. Houseplants have long been celebrated for their wide-ranging health perks, from lifting mood and easing fatigue to boosting pain tolerance and even helping the body recover faster. But a new study from Stanford University suggests that too much greenery can backfire, turning what should be a calming … Read more
A California engineer and gardening enthusiast won the top prize at an annual pumpkin-weighing contest in Northern California after growing a giant jack-o’-lantern gourd weighing 2,346 pounds (1,064 kilograms). Brandon Dawson, of Santa Rosa, California, clinched the victory Monday at the 52nd World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in Half Moon Bay, south of San Francisco. Brandon … Read more
Hall of Famer Pedro Martínez — known for his hotheaded temperament on the mound, including a regrettable incident where he threw then-Yankees bench coach Don Zimmer to the ground — now plays daddy to the vibrant flower and vegetable gardens at his three homes. “I have three babies,” the 53-year-old retired Boston Red Sox ace … Read more
King Charles’ friends are clearing up speculation surrounding the recent mass exodus that shook the core of Highgrove estate. Staffing numbers torpedoed after workers claimed they were “overwhelmed and underpaid” — allegations confirmed in a 2023 investigation commissioned by the King’s Foundation, which manages the royal residence. As a result, 11 of 12 perplexed staffers … Read more
King Charles’s camp has rejected claims of a toxic workplace environment at Highgrove following a mass exodus that saw 11 of his 12 full-time gardeners quit the lavish grounds in the last year. The monarch, 76, was left licking his wounds after multiple frustrated staffers claimed they were “overwhelmed and underpaid” — allegations that have … Read more
Talk about bathing in nutrients. If you’re looking to eat healthier — and save some money by growing your own food at home — Welsh chef and influencer Gaz Oakley says there’s just about no easier plant to pick than one that you can grow in your bathroom. They’re high in antioxidants and nutrients that … Read more
Alessandro Vitale is known to millions on Instagram as SpicyMoustache, a heavily tattooed man with a charming Italian accent who offers tips on how to garden in urban spaces. Vitale first went viral in 2021 when he revealed he could live off his own garden — and not spend a dollar in a grocery store … Read more
Don’t put your thumb on this green. Many gardeners might not be aware of the lethal plant thought to be the most toxic in the world called the Gympie-Gympie. The ghoulish greenery sports tiny hair-like needles full of poison and has a sting so painful it has driven some people to contemplate suicide, The Mirror reported. … Read more
When it comes to healthy eating, veggies are always a good choice — but one takes the cake for being the healthiest. Watercress is the most nutrient-dense vegetable, receiving a perfect score of 100 in the CDC’s long-standing ranking of “powerhouse” fruits and vegetables (PFVs). Chinese cabbage is a close second with a score of … Read more
Americans have revealed the most unusual hacks they use to help their gardens thrive, including using white vinegar as plant food, deterring cats with cinnamon – and singing to plants. A poll of 2,000 adults revealed throwing used teabags onto the soil also made the list. Using baking soda to make the soil more alkaline, … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I have a neighbor I truly love. I garden; she does not. Despite my asking her two years ago not to take any of my asparagus, yesterday she mentioned in conversation, “I love your asparagus. Sometimes I pick some for myself.” Abby, last year I was left with only enough for one meal … Read more
An office plant potted 15 years ago has grown into a 300ft beast — and is now nicknamed ‘Audrey II’ from The Little Shop of Horrors. Bosses Allie Brennan, 52, and husband, Des, 58, initially bought the ivy from B&Q for their bathroom at home. But due to the plant’s ‘rapid growth’ they were left … Read more
There’s a new trend in bloom. The “garden girl” aesthetic is growing roots online as Gen Z fashionistas adopt the summer style trend perfect for tending to — or taking pictures in — a blossoming garden. A cousin to the once-popular “tomato girl,” “grocery girl” and “cottagecore” aesthetics of years past, the “garden girl” look, sometimes … Read more
An Australian dad’s clever idea for trimming his towering hedge has been hailed as the epitome of working smarter, not harder. The clip shared by the man’s daughter on TikTok shows her father using a lawnmower attached to a crane to trim the hedges in his front yard. “I’m visiting my parents and my dad … Read more
With spring in full bloom, now is the time that many of us are filling our homes with beautiful flowers, from hydrangeas to peonies. Social media users appear to be sharing various tips and tricks that claim to help people get the most out of your florals — but not all hacks are alike. Some … Read more
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Urine for a real shock. Gardeners are pouring pee onto their plants, saying human urine contains nutrients that make flora thrive. However, simply unzipping your pants and watering your plants won’t work — effective self-soaking of your soil all comes down to a fine art. Rodale’s Organic Life claims that a healthy and measured concentration … Read more
Be fore-warned. Hitting the greens to golf puts men at three times the risk of developing ALS, a new study from Michigan Medicine warns. Golfing for men poses an increased risk of ALS. torwaiphoto – stock.adobe.com “We know that occupational risk factors, like working in manufacturing and trade industries, are linked to an increased risk … Read more