Breaking News

More () »

Grand Rapids's Leading Local News: Weather, Traffic, Sports and more | Grand Rapids, Michigan | WZZM13.com

Home Garden

Ready, Set, Grow | Tackling the September to-do list

Home Garden

Ready, Set, Grow | Repelling pests and attracting pollinators

Bugs and pests can wreak havoc on a garden. But not all bugs are bad! A look at which bugs are beneficial, how to get rid of the pests and attract pollinators.
Home Garden

Ready, Set, Grow | Tips for gardening in the summer heat

Tips for how to keep your plants thriving in the summer heat. From what seeds you can plant now to best watering practices. Plus, ways you can prepare for fall.
Home Garden

Ready, Set, Grow | Do's and don'ts of summer gardening

How to best take care of your garden and yard in the summer, from ways to grow grass to the mulch to avoid and the vegetables you can still grow.
Home Garden

Ready, Set, Grow | Summer heat and your garden

How to make your flowers, gardens and yards flourish in the summer heat. Tips on picking the right plants, as well as how to conserve water.
Home Garden

Ready, Set, Grow | Preparing for summer in the garden

As we head into the summer season, it is important to make sure your gardens are prepped and ready to go. A look at planting herbs, fruit trees and more!
Health

Ticks, tick-borne illness on the rise last few years in West Michigan

It's time to spend time outdoors, but make sure to carefully check for ticks when you return inside.
Local News

Here's what you need to know about Memorial Day weekend planting

The forecast is warm for planting, but with days without rain, make sure to water your plants for survival.
Home Garden

Ready, Set, Grow | Filling your yard and garden

It is the middle of May and we are looking at ways you can fill out your yard and garden. Plus tips on handling mosquitoes and container planting.
Home Garden

Ready, Set, Grow | Spring Planting and No Mow May

It is May which means time for spring planting. The flowers to avoid and which ones to consider growing this year, plus a look at the 'no mow May' trend.
Weather Why

Here's Why: Planting Zones Are Shifting In The U.S.

Planting zones have been shifting across the United States in recent decades. Meteorologist Michael Behrens explains why.
Home Garden

Shifting Planting Zones

How planting zone temperatures have changed over time.