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 …

My husband and I have always tried to do things ourselves; even when we had no idea what we were getting into. When we purchased our current home 8 years …

Strawberries might some of the easiest fruit to grow in the home garden. Strawberry plants are low-lying and they tend to reproduce (send off sister plants) like crazy. So what …

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 …

When winter is in full swing, gardeners can miss the lovely thrills of seeing flowers bloom. But alas, all is not lost. Learning how to force bulbs indoors is easy, …