The first blooms of the year are already visible in some parts of the United States. Here’s why certain flowers are the first ...

Harvest flavorful garlic greens within a few days or give the cloves several months to develop bulbs. Garlic (Allium sativum) is usually grown outdoors for its edible bulbs and greens. The good news ...

Pruning decisions should be based on local weather and plant dormancy, not the calendar. Identify if a shrub blooms on old or new wood to determine the correct pruning time. Shrubs that bloom on new ...

Even if you never plan on using them to make homemade beer, hops (Humulus lupulus) create beautiful living fences. For thousands of years, hops have been cultivated across the Northern Hemisphere and ...

There's a fine line between plants that are easy to grow versus borderline invasive. If you live in a warm Zone, think twice before planting this flower.

I had just finished a most interesting YouTube session on how to macramé for profit when the phone rang. To my surprise and pleasure, it was my favorite mules: Jack and Jill. We have changed our ...

Red flowering shrubs are a beautiful addition to any garden or landscape, providing a burst of color and visual interest. With their striking hues, these shrubs can be used to create a focal point or ...

If you are lucky enough to have hydrangeas growing in your garden, you'll know what a beautiful feature they make. However, if you're a little unsure of when to deadhead hydrangeas in spring, you've ...

No fruit embodies the essence of warmer weather quite like the peach, particularly when it is harvested from one's own garden. While cultivating peach trees may be intimidating, t ...

If you want to see more hummingbirds in your yard or garden, try planting these hummingbird-favorite shrubs that bloom throughout spring and summer.

A vacation inspired brothers Jan and Miles Menafee to try their hand at creating a drink that brings flavors of the Caribbean into the hands of Chicagoans and, hopefully, beyond.