After being pollinated, the plants form seeds within a hollow green fruiting body, shaped somewhat like a cucumber.

Extreme cold over multiple days, plus ice and snow, can be deadly for your yard.

The sunny yellow-hued American goldfinch, which has a black forehead marking, can be seen all over the states. For a real ...

“Sole Giatto” is a compact False Sunflower perfect for containers, borders or any sunny spot, exploding with long-lasting, ...

Discover how companion planting, intercropping, and sustainable practices like soil care and natural pest control create ...

Angeles National Forest officials updated the Eaton fire closure order last week. This means several hiking trails, including ...

The mailbox used to be the most exciting place for a Texas gardener in winter. Glossy seed catalogs promised perfect tomatoes, flawless zinnias, and harvests so abundant they bordered on fantasy. This ...

The seeds were planted early for Trish Snyder’s blooming career, culminating in her new book, “Backyard Cutting Garden,” to ...

Like the tickseed, sunflowers can be grown in a wide variety of climates. Depending on the kind you decide to grow, they can be hardy in Zones 2-11. Also, if you're hoping for single plantings, choose ...

Happy New Year, I hope you survived the holidays and are ready to set the course for a new green year! I’m already laying out my goals for 2026, which includes removing the landscape fabric ...

Turning your backyard into a haven for birds is one of the most rewarding experiences for any garden lover. The splash of ...

It's not too early to start your favorites, including poppies and coneflowers ...