Grow Your Own Strawberries

The best strawberries you will ever taste will have to come from your garden. Here’s how to grow the cold-hardy plant.

A Beginner’s Guide to the Principles of Garden Design

For many people, one of the most difficult aspects of design is figuring out just how many principles there are to consider in the first place. A quick browser search will tell you that even experts can’t seem to agree.

Why You Should Garden with Your Kids

These days, gardens are sprouting everywhere. People garden on rooftops, community plots, schools, and balconies. This means parents everywhere have more opportunities to share the experience of gardening with their children.

How to Keep Deer Out of Your Garden

Keep Deer Out of Your Garden

Instead of spraying chemicals on your plots, there are a few simple measures you can take to discourage deer from your garden. Here are some …

How to Grow Zinnias

Growing Zinnias

Zinnias are among the easiest annuals to grow. They’ll bring a breathtaking explosion of color to your garden when they are in bloom.

The Basics of Growing Celery

How to Grow Celery

Celery is popular for its many health benefits, its versatility, and delicious crunch. Here’s how to grow all that green goodness in your garden.

How to Deal with Standing Water in Your Garden

How to Get Rid of Soggy Spots in the Garden

Thawing winter and the spring rains soak the ground, and rivers flood into the lowlands. Low-slung corners in the garden can become muddy or even flooded, sometimes unworkable until late in the growing season. How do you deal with standing water in your garden?