What do heat zones mean? Put simply, heat zones tell you how many days per year your area gets above 86°F (30°C) — the threshold where many plants sta...

So, what exactly is a trellis? If you've ever seen a wooden lattice propped against a fence or a wire panel in a vegetable patch, that's a trellis in ...

If you’re looking for a fun and productive way to grow beans this season, a bean trellis house is exactly what you need. I’ve built two in my own gard...

If you're staring at your lemon tree wondering Why are my lemons soft?, I’ll give it to you straight: soft lemons on a tree are usually a sign of stre...

Magical Michael basil is a compact, award-winning ornamental herb that I’ve grown for years, and it’s a fantastic choice if you want a plant that look...

Heirloom vegetable varieties give home gardeners more options than what the grocery store offers — and Di Ciccio broccoli is the perfect example of wh...

So, should you use fertilizer for hosta plants? The short answer is: it depends on your soil — but in most cases, you really don't need much. I've lea...

Let's cut straight to it — the best garden party themes aren't the ones you find on Pinterest. They're the ones that come from what you already love a...

Are mushrooms good for the environment? The short answer is yes — in fact, I'd argue they're one of the most underrated allies we have in the fight fo...

Have you ever looked at a dark, north-facing kitchen windowsill and thought, There's no way I can grow anything here? I've been there, staring at a ba...

If you’ve ever tried gardening in West North Central gardens, you know it’s not for the faint of heart—scorching summers, bitter winters, and wind tha...