Starting plants from seed can be tedious and frustrating if it doesn't go well. So, it's important to avoid these mistakes ...

Sustainable Communities Begin with Compost. That is the theme of International Compost Awareness Week May 4-10. This year’s ...

Recent cold, wet weather across the Midwest have prompted many farmers to ask about purple corn seedlings again this spring. Cold temperatures and rainy spring weather can be hard on corn stands ...

Apples can be mulched with a lawn mower and put directly on to beds or composted. Now is a good time to think of soil health, ...

In the garden in May, sow a wildflower patch, plant fruit and vegetable seeds and plug plants, mow the lawn and prepare to ...

To have a successful garden, you need to know when it is the best time to plant. Here are the best plants to start in May.

With the help of expert gardeners I’ve gathered together five flowers to plant in May for a beautiful summer garden to enjoy.

Cornflower, or bachelor’s button, is a delicate flower very popular as part of cottage gardens and wildflower gardens. The ...

If you are still wondering what to plant in April, here’s a comprehensive guide to help you achieve the summer garden of your ...

Q. What causes lettuce to flower, and why does it taste bitter after flowering? When an annual (or biennial) reaches the end of its life, it wants to reproduce. This involves producing flowers and ...