If you want a rich harvest of cucumbers this year, there's an herb you'll want to plant. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) does more than thrill felines; it also encourages better growth in cucumbers.

Using chemicals and inhumane deterrents isn't the only way to ward off pests. Certain plants, especially those with strong ...

Cats may appreciate both of these feline-friendly perennials, but there are differences in landscape value when planting catmint vs. catnip.