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2 days ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
While I love having the internet at my fingertips, there's something special about wisdom passed down through generations. This rings especially true in gardening, where hands-on experience yields the best results. My father and I share a passion for yard work—whether we're weeding, tending vegetables, or planting trees—and I'm grateful that he's passed along the knowledge he learned from his own father. Here are a few tips my dad passed down that I use often.
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4 days ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
Nothing screams summer like a perfectly ripe, juicy, and tangy heirloom tomato. Every year I plant at least eight tomato plants in our teeny tiny backyard. Because of factors beyond our control—rain, pests, just to name a few—some years yield better crops than others. But to give the plants the best fighting chance, I always use this tried-and-true tomato trellising method.
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4 days ago | 
flipboard.com | Charlyne Mattox
11 hours agoThis Renter-Friendly Balcony Transformation “Feels Like a Garden Oasis”There are lots of clever ways to make an apartment balcony feel a little more secluded — like it’s your own little outdoor oasis. You can add a …9 hours agoWhite House releases new official Trump portrait. See it here.
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1 week ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
Every country garden needs sunflowers! Not only are they are one of the easiest annuals to grow from seed, their cheerful flowers add so much character to a garden. Giant varieties can reach 10 to 15 feet tall, while smaller ones top at around 3 feet.
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1 week ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
Summer is in full swing and all that hard work you did in the spring getting your garden in shape is finally paying off. You've nursed those hydrangeas and they are in full bloom and the cutting garden is really popping so now you are more than ready to start putting beautiful flower arrangements together. We are here to help you combine your two favorite pastimes—thrifting and gardening - so you can display the most gorgeous bouquets.
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Charlyne Mattox
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."Crabgrass—the unruly rebel of your lawn, thriving where it’s not invited and making your yard look a real mess. But fear not! With the right knowledge, tools, and tricks, you can reclaim your turf and show this green invader who’s boss. Let’s get to it!What is Crabgrass and How to Identify ItCrabgrass is a low-growing weed that splays outward from the center like crab legs.
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1 week ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
The love for Dolly Parton runs deep. Whether it's one of her many, many popular songs or her love of books and promotion of childhood literacy through her foundation, Imagination Library, she is a true icon and national treasure. So, it’s only fitting that there is an oversized, bright red rose named after her. The Dolly Parton hybrid tea rose is as bold, beautiful, and unforgettable as the queen of country herself.
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2 weeks ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
You're not the only one excited about summer—pesky mosquitoes are too! As the weather warms up, it's important to prepare for sharing the outdoors with these tiny, buzzing nuisances. Few things are more irritating than scratching at itchy bites or enduring the constant buzzing near your ears. Beyond being a mere annoyance, mosquitoes can also pose serious health risks.
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1 month ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
Container vegetable gardening is an excellent option for anyone with limited space, such as a small patio or balcony. In addition to maximizing small spaces, because you can control the soil quality and moisture levels—both of which will lead to fewer pests—growing vegetables in pots often leads to enhanced plant health and better harvests. Before you get started, keep in mind that most veggies need a lot of light, ideally 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight a day.
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1 month ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
In 2025, Le Creuset is throwing a birthday—celebrating 100 years of making their iconic enameled cast iron cookware. For a century, these pots and pans have been the MVPs of kitchens around the world, blending durability, functionality, and style (it’s all about the color, right?!). The very first Le Creuset introduction was a fiery orange beauty, a color now affectionately known as “Flame”.
