Please don't make me leave Indiana, but as a gardener I've only grown sweet corn once. It was a bust. The plants took up a huge amount of space in my small garden and none of the ears developed. Even ...

With the wide variety of plants currently available, whether vegetables, herbs or flowers, it is time to prepare pots for planting. Selecting the right container is important. The container should ...

Whatever your planting style, deciding what to put in winter containers means you need to get creative with your choices. Your efforts will be totally on show as there's usually so little competition ...

Which grow bag is best for my plants? Whether you’re starting your own small vegetable garden or want to give your flowers a head start, using a convenient grow bag is a smart option for those who ...

After a long winter, seeing the first blooms in your garden can be a real mood booster. If you want to enjoy flowers as soon ...

In-ground garden plants generally need 1 to 2 inches of water weekly. If rain is scarce, water deeply once a week rather than shallow watering daily. Shallow watering draws roots toward the surface ...

Every year, as May rolls around, I can’t resist filling every available pot and trough with flowers that promise non-stop color right through summer. While perennials have their place, there’s ...