Spring is definitely in the air and many of us are gung-ho about getting out in the yard and getting some things growing. But before you start planting, there

Container gardening is where recycling and gardening come together. Old soda pop bottles, that stack of old coffee cans, or your old broken teapot can be

You don’t have to wait until spring to have a home filled with gorgeous greens. Fill your rooms with herbs, ferns and other indoor plants during the colder

Winter is on its way and now is the time to harvest those bulbs that might not withstand colder temps in the coming months. If you want better blooms, storing

One neat alternative for growing winter greens and lettuces is in a vertical garden in a recycled pallet.

You can’t fool Mother Nature. Knowing your area’s hardiness zone is probably one of the most important things to know when you embark on planting your own

Fall is upon us. But don’t fret about precious gardening time growing shorter. After you’ve cleaned your garden and yard, you still have plenty of time to grow

Now is the time to start growing cool weather crops – flowers and food – and preparing your yard and garden for winter. This is key to cutting back on

If you aren’t a seasoned gardener, then it’s safe to say you’ve got some questions about picking and even storing your bounty. Check out these tips for

Whether you’re just starting to plant or your garden is in full swing, check out these unique tips to help you grow better, healthier plants. These tips are

There are plenty of old wives’ tales about fertilizing gardens. On one hand, some of them seem completely crazy, but when you look into creating your own

Maintaining the amount of water you give your garden is not always as easy as turning on a hose. Irregular watering can leave your garden struggling, and

You've heard the horror stories – black spots, wilting leaves, bugs and fruitless plants. Tomatoes can be one of the most infuriating plants. These helpful

Planting any type of garden takes a lot of elbow grease and a lot of your precious time.  The last thing you want is slimy slugs and snails chowing down on

When you start a compost, your old food scraps and leaves become a culinary delight to millions of worms, insects and bacteria, part of the cycle that keeps