Picking up beautiful seedlings at a garden center is always tempting, but here are a few plants you should consider growing ...

Starting a garden can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re new to it. You might worry about picking the right plants or ...

"Selecting wildflowers that are native or well-adapted to your region gives you the best chance of creating a low-maintenance ...

A few weeks ago, I had a chance to talk to a person who was new to the pool. My new friend said she was going to quit trying to start any plants from seed. Seems that she has one of those small dome ...

If you can work the soil in January, then you can plant potatoes. They require well-draining, loose soil, lots of sunlight, ...

If thoughts of planting vegetable and flower seeds have been germinating in your mind since the snow started falling, you’re not alone. Like last year, lots of gardeners will want to start their own ...

It's an exciting milestone for gardeners when nurseries start to put seed packets on the shelf in early spring. A few dollars can buy hundreds of seeds, which is a huge money saver compared to buying ...

Whether you are planting in a community garden in Chicago or starting your own at-home garden, there are plenty of plants you can use to get it started this spring. In fact, there are at least 16 ...

Corn is a great bet for a quick and rewarding summer harvest. This fast-growing crop performs well in USDA hardiness zones ...

I am trying to grow a natural woods to help wildlife, climate and humanity. I already have mature native trees, thank goodness. I tried planting some ground level native plants, but the deer ate them.

Native plants are uniquely suited for growing in Hawaii. Growing them can help you save water as well as support other species. Clockwise from top left: Ohia, alahaee, naio, alaala wai nui, pili, ...