A guide to the importance of covering seeds for germination properly, including which seeds don't want covering and the best ...

There’s something quite remarkable about growing your own plants from seeds. You gain a true sense of achievement when you see the first signs of growth emerging from the soil. And it’s not as ...

We feed birds and compost. I rake up the seed under the feeders. Can I add this to my composter? (By the way, if your Mom and Dad had Dachshunds, then I was your “Family ” doctor when you were a ...

Why we should stop resting on our laurelsOpens in new window Casual Gardener: A few simple rules can help you ease back into ...

Just in time for peak leaf-raking season, the National Wildlife Federation is out with a new survey showing that although nearly three-quarters of people know that fallen leaves are beneficial to ...

I was surprised at how many cantaloupe and tomato plants came up in my garden this year that I didn't plant. I add kitchen scraps to my compost. Do you think these volunteers are coming from seeds I ...

In March, you can learn about seed-starting, make your own compost and learn how to use color theory for floral arrangements. And all of these classes are virtual. There are dozens of classes to check ...

There isn’t a huge amount we can sow in the way of seeds at this time of year, but there are a few crops that really benefit from being started nice and early. Chillies, peppers and aubergines all ...