Hostas like shady spots, needs lots of water, and are at risk of being eaten by slugs. Does that mean container planting is ...

You can grow carrots in pots and containers, provided you give them the proper care. Make sure you have the correct size pot ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. In ...

Ed Hume, the longtime king of Pacific Northwest gardening, recommends reading and follow the instructions on the back of the seed package. MCT The end of February is a curious time for Puget Sound ...

With a little effort and patience, Marin home gardeners can cultivate Crocus sativus, the plant that produces saffron.

If you’re planning to start seeds indoors this season, you likely know you’ll need a growing medium (packaged, sterile seed-starting mix is ideal), a sunny windowsill or grow lights and, of course, ...

Growing tomatoes in your garden can be immensely rewarding as long as you keep away those pests that will threaten your crop ...

Our family uses it pretty much daily: adding it to green salads, flavoring cooked dishes, and mixing it into coleslaw. The ...

Many of you are itching to start planting seeds indoors – but it is still way too early. You can, however, get your lights, racks, media mix and containers ready. Order your seeds, draw out your plan ...