Gardening is more of a science than many people realize. It takes thoughtful and strategic care to grow any plants, especially vegetables you intend to harvest for food. Things become even trickier ...

Starting seeds indoors compared to starting them outdoors later this year will give your garden a longer harvest season.

You can save a little money by reviving your potting mix rather than throwing it out. This is how to refresh your potted soil in time for spring without even emptying your pots.

Among other topics, the course will cover selecting an ideal site; preparing soil for growing tomatoes; starting tomato seeds ...

Seeds cost more every year. Garden centers stack those bright packets near the checkout line like candy, and each spring the cart fills up again. But a thriving garden already holds next year’s supply ...

Growing plants from seed can save you a lot of money, but you’ll have to invest some time and money. The good news is that the initial investment will pay off over quite a few years if you purchase ...

March is an exciting time in the garden as it marks the beginning of the growing season. As the temperature starts to rise ...

There are several reasons to soak seed. The main reason is to help speed up germination, so the seed will get up and growing sooner. Soaking will help remove germination inhibitors.

For all their variation, these seeds share a common trait: They’re native to the Midwest. These species genetically adapted over thousands of years and sustain the region’s ecosystems. That ...

For all their variation, these seeds share a common trait: They’re native to the Midwest. These species genetically adapted over thousands of years and sustain the region’s ecosystems. That ...

Seed libraries, often located in public libraries, provide free access to seeds and educate communities about gardening, ...

If you’ve ever wondered why your seeds haven’t sprouted, cold stratification (or the lack thereof) might be to blame.