While our elementary school science classes may have taught us the basics about seeds and how to plant them, if you’ve gotten into gardening as an adult, you’ve probably figured out that there’s ...

The keys to success, from planting to pruning.

There's nothing more frustrating than staring at a tray of soil, waiting for the green sprouts that never seem to appear. You've done all the hard work of preparing the space and carefully planting ...

Fresh seed packets, fluffy soil, and perfect spring weather create big dreams for backyard gardeners across America. Nothing crushes that excitement faster than a stubborn tray of empty dirt that ...

Learn how to grow figs right in your backyard. Every Southern garden should have a fig tree. These small trees or shrubs produce delicious fruit with flavors best experienced ripe from the tree.

Some seeds, such as lavender and milkweed, require a period of cold before they will sprout. Gardeners can mimic this natural process, called cold stratification, either outdoors or indoors. Indoor ...