As gardeners, the cusp between late winter and early spring is full of anticipation – the beds that lay bare throughout the colder months are suddenly full of potential as we start planning the ...

Oats, daikon radish and legumes like vetch, fava or bell beans, as well as annual clovers, peas and wildflowers, will help replenish your soil. Even though daytime temperatures remain warm, the fall, ...

Raised garden beds are ideal for many plants and gardeners. They offer a way to easily garden on a site with poor soil, keep weeds under control, and adjust water needs and soil nutrients. The raised ...

Selecting the right flowers, trees and shrubs for the landscape is important, but having quality soil to grow them in is one of the keys to successful gardening. “The best time to conduct a soil test ...

THE LONG ANTICIPATED Spring officially begins Monday, March 20, 2:24 p.m. (PDT) and with spring, thoughts of rebirth, blooms, warm weather and outdoor activities play upon our mind. Plants officially ...

Spring vegetables season is here. I am so excited and can’t wait to plant more in my garden. This past week I planted kale, lettuce, arugula and peas in my raised beds. The soil was dry enough and ...

Spring is a season of rejuvenation, and perhaps nowhere is that rebirth more noticeable than in the yard. Each spring, grass begins to grow again as inviting landscapes beckon people outdoors. Extra ...

After a cozy night by the fireplace, most people scoop out the ash and toss it without a second thought. But did you know ...

Although blooms won’t appear until spring, late summer is the time to get your soil ready for spring bulb flowers. Although blooms won’t appear until spring, late summer is the time to get your soil ...

Winter is upon us and spring is just around the corner. Many gardeners are already thinking about what they can do in the garden or landscape. Now is the perfect time to begin preparing your lawn and ...