Growing ordinary apples and strawberries in your garden is satisfying, but there's something particularly exciting about harvesting exotic fruits that your neighbors have never seen. Contrary to ...

By Soncirey Mitchell Reader Staff As the stress of modern life increases and the cost of groceries continues to rise, more and more people are turning to the peace and self-sufficiency that home ...

Looking for flowering shrubs that, like “mad dogs and Englishmen,” aren’t afraid of the midday sun? These stunning plants can ...

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Deborah Stone of Stone Hollow Farmstead reveals her secrets to growing and caring for dahlias—plus, the one mistake beginners ...

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When planning your yard or garden, you likely focus on the what and the where. After all, a beautiful plant in a prime ...

Spring is the best time to plant many bulbs for summer and fall flowers. Plant these flower bulbs in spring for many months ...

Peas are a little contrary in that they actually prefer the colder weather, so southern gardeners should act fast to get pea ...

These drought-tolerant ground covers for sun and shade demand little care or watering. We've compiled a list of the best ...

If there is just one new perennial or shrub you add to your garden space this year, let it be something that will instantly draw the eye and inspire both conversation and creativity. So here are ...