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The dreams of a wildflower garden is something so many of us would yearn for. But most of us have never tried to plant (sow) ...

Getting back into your garden is the perfect antidote to winter and to being indoors for most of the past year. Even with spring’s chill in the air, doing some early prep work like clearing out old ...

Some people shop for fruits and vegetables, and others go to their backyard. Growing your own garden at home can be a great way to save money and it can help you achieve a sustainable lifestyle. Plus, ...

Spring has sprung — and if you feel you must have a green thumb to welcome new life into your outdoor space, think again. Anyone can cultivate a beautiful garden with a little guidance. And as Lindsay ...

Gardening isn’t just a hobby—it’s a way of life. For plant lovers, the thrill of watching seeds sprout, buds bloom, and ...

Before the spring gardening season begins, prepare by sharpening your garden tools. Sharp tools are safer and easier for you to use and healthier for your plants, according to Julie Janoski, Plant ...

With harvest completed in Illinois, post-harvest work is in full swing with farmers applying fertilizer, doing fall tillage and installing tile. Some areas are dry and soil conditions are perfect for ...

Salvias are notorious for growing very slowly from seed. With that in mind, it's much easier to use the plant you already ...

Keeping a garden journal is an easy solution for the dilemma of lost names and hidden plants. A journal can make it easy to record your successes and failures, a memory jogger for names and sources ...