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Cauliflower’s compact shape and shallow roots allow it to grow in a pot. Grow each seedling in a 12-inch-wide and deep ...

Learn how to plant garlic in the fall with this step-by-step guide. Discover the best techniques for selecting garlic ...

Pruning may not seem like a lot of fun, but it is a key task that can really improve the appearance of your garden ...

This weekend's yard jobs include "cleaning up" some of the landscape, building a compost pile, and saying goodbye to the sale ...

If you think an allium is for you, the important thing is to understand when and how to plant your bulbs so that you can ...

A guide to fall planting including how to prepare for spring and what to plant right now in the fall garden with expert ...

I’ve always known in theory that if you plant spring-flowering bulbs (such as tulips, daffodils, crocuses, and alliums) you ...

If you have other backyard ideas or you are learning how to start a vegetable garden, biochar is a good product to keep in ...

Roses typically bloom in May and June, but if you plant "repeat blooming" varieties, the flowers will continue sporadically all summer long and produce an impressive flush of blooms when the weather ...

And it’s not difficult to grow either — simply plant a clove of garlic in the fall, cover it with soil, and enjoy your summer ...

'Short-handled bulb planters are essential tools for gardeners,' says Tenielle Jordison, news writer on the gardens team at ...