Don't hesitate to mix things up with different types of flowering plants. Start seeds early indoors or interplant with spring flowering plants. Add plants with extended and varied bloom windows. For ...

Regardless of what you’re growing, spring is an exciting time of year. But it doesn’t come without challenges. Compaction can lead to wet soil that makes it difficult to get in your fields on time for ...

Want a stunning shade garden? Learn how to plant, water, and care for a bleeding heart so it returns with vibrant blooms year ...

The time to plant your seed is drawing nigh. Spring grass seeding in the transition zone is challenging due to weather, weeds, and timing. Plant seed as soon as soil reaches 50°F, using coated seeds ...

What could be more glorious in Chicago than that first burst of heat, chasing away winter blues with a shock of sunlight and sprouts shooting up out of nowhere? Spring took her time to get here, but ...

Spring got away from me this year, and I missed out on installing a large new garden in my backyard. A friend gave me the impression that I should wait until next spring to do the planting. Do you ...