Growing

While most of vegetable and flower gardening can be done with a good pair of gloves and some sweat equity, gardeners do need a few good tools in the shed. …

Sunflowers, with their large bright head and tall stems, are an iconic summer flower. And while you might not want to grow a yard full of sunflowers, growing some in …

Heirloom tomato varieties are those that have been passed down through generations. From gardeners hundreds of years ago, heirloom tomato seeds retain old-timey qualities that make them some of the …

Cilantro is an easy to grow herb that will give every gardener two different flavors from one plant. The cilantro plant produces flavorful leaves that can be used fresh or …

Onions are easy to grow in the home garden and make a perfect flavor enhancer for both raw and cooked recipes. The green tops are edible and the bulbs store …

Zinnias are a classic annual flower that is as popular today as it was in your grandmother’s day. The tall stately stems bear large colorful flowers that attract hummingbirds and …

Whether you’re a newer gardener or one who is trying a new seed variety for the spring garden, how do you know when to start garden seeds? This is one …

Marigolds are a staple flower in my spring and summer vegetable garden. Not only are they beautiful and low lying, but they work hard at keeping pests away from your …

Summer in the vegetable garden is the perfect time to grow all of the ingredients for fresh salsa or pico de gallo. Wondering how to grow a salsa garden in …

Does the fall and impending winter have you a bit sad about the end of the gardening season? Chin up! The climate where I live actually makes gardening all winter …