Did you get off to a late start? No worries, there are still so many things you can plant in July for a summer garden.

I’m amazed by my peonies. It still blows my mind that such a massive, frilly blossom comes from a bud roughly the size of a ...

Watering tomatoes isn't rocket science, but there are a few sneaky mistakes that could end up causing your plants stress.

If you’re growing tomatoes (whether it’s your first year or your fiftieth), you’ve probably noticed that as the season ...

Is your landscaping behind the times? It might be time for a refresh if you've got any of the landscaping trends on this list ...

Also known as rocket, arugula is an excellent green to grow in an area of your garden that receives a little shade. If you like your salad to bite back, this spicy green is a must. Unfortunately, as ...

If you’re having your morning cup of joe and decide to do a quick internet search for “using coffee grounds in the garden,” you’ll be met with a deluge of articles all telling you to save those spent ...

Sometimes, I barely had two nickels to rub together. And I’ve helped a few people set up gardens along the way. I won’t insult your intelligence with useless tips. I won’t kid you about what you can ...

Learn the most common causes of no or low germination and how to fix it. Better yet, read this now and set yourself up for success before you sow a single seed. (Most issues are easy to prevent.) ...

Don’t you love the way blue & white pots look with a Christmas cactus? Holiday cactuses need lots of bright indirect light. An eastern-facing window is a perfect location for your plant. They love the ...

For biochar-making, use only natural charcoal lumps made from wood. Never use charcoal briquettes, as these products will contain undesirable additives and fillers. Nutrients Loading it up with ...

Remember this one rule: bury deep and cover well! When we’re composting in place (also called composting in situ), we’re cutting out the middleman and putting the plant material straight into the ...