Grow it as a cover crop, or grow it for the market stand. Spinach is a great early spring plant to sow directly in beds. As cover, it stabilizes soil, preventing weeds and erosion, while building soil ...

It is much too early to let heat-loving plants such as petunias, marigolds or tomato plants sit outdoors overnight.

Question: We want to try growing tomatoes from seeds we see at garden centers. When do we sow the seeds and do we plant them in the ground or in containers? Answer: Start your tomato seeds to grow ...

Birds, bees, and butterflies love this vibrant flower that blooms from early summer to late fall. Plant this perennial in ...

Garden optimism runs high, but spring rewards strategy more than enthusiasm. As indoor planting season ramps up in March, copying a viral seed-starting schedule can ... Read moreThe post Crop ...

Your favorite summer berries are easy to grow from seed.

It's the time of year when windowsills are filled with grids of baby plants and kitchen tables are taken over by grow lights. Every spring, many home gardeners begin planning for the months ahead by ...

Spring’s first warm days seduce even the most disciplined gardeners. The soil softens, the sun shines brighter, and seeds in their packets practically beg to be planted. It’s tempting to push ahead, ...

In Connecticut, late winter is the time to start many cold-weather crops indoors, so they’re strong and ready to move outside after the last frost. Starting seeds requires a fair amount of attention, ...

Preparing a garden for spring is more than just cutting back perennials. Organizing and timing seed sowing is crucial, ...

Discover 5 mistakes to avoid in false spring, according to gardening experts. Don't let the warm spell trick you into ...