A good rule of thumb is to choose a container that's twice as deep as the length of the mature carrot. So if you're growing a variety that's expected to mature to 8 inches long, then opt for a ...

If you're worried you don't have enough space to grow sweet potatoes outside, try this container method that lets you produce ...

Ready to get growing? Follow these expert tips for a fall vegetable garden filled with easy edibles like kale, radishes, and ...

Growing tomatoes in your garden can be immensely rewarding as long as you keep away those pests that will threaten your crop ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. In ...

With a little effort and patience, Marin home gardeners can cultivate Crocus sativus, the plant that produces saffron.

Ed Hume, the longtime king of Pacific Northwest gardening, recommends reading and follow the instructions on the back of the seed package. MCT The end of February is a curious time for Puget Sound ...

If you’re planning to start seeds indoors this season, you likely know you’ll need a growing medium (packaged, sterile seed-starting mix is ideal), a sunny windowsill or grow lights and, of course, ...

Many of you are itching to start planting seeds indoors – but it is still way too early. You can, however, get your lights, racks, media mix and containers ready. Order your seeds, draw out your plan ...

The best time to plant mums in containers is in mid-to-late September. "If you want the most out of your mums, wait until ...