Fallen fruit and bird seed can attract rats, so households are being urged to pick it up off the ground in their garden to deter them ...

One thing to remember is that you can do a lot with parts of vegetables that most people throw away. “Greens,” the tough ...

Columnist Hans Kunze has had many questions about why the bird feeding station isn't as active as it was a few weeks ago.

If you're looking forward to tasty berries in the spring, you'll need to plant some in the fall. These fruits will reward you ...

The 17th season of the annual Northbrook Farmers Market closed on Wednesday, Oct. 8 with a busy turnout under partly sunny skies amid crisp cooler autumn temperatures in downtown Northbrook at the ...

Four of the most common edible mushrooms you can forage are chicken of the woods, morels, chanterelles, and giant puffballs.

Gin is made from a carbohydrate base, juniper berries, and other botanicals. What makes it distinct from other liquors is the ...

Turning your gaze to your backyard can be more than just a pleasant break; it can be the start of a genuine adventure. While ...

The woman next to me, wearing a "Bacon Is Life" t-shirt, was on her third helping of vegan garlic ice cream. "I don't even ...

A natural fall wreath is an easy way to incorporate the colors of the season. To make your own, start with a basic grapevine ...

Should you start your day with a protein shake or a fiber bar? Experts break down how each of these nutrients affects your ...

The first huckleberry season since the U.S. Forest Service banned commercial harvesting in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest was a resounding success for conservation of the berries, as well as Nati ...