How-To Guides

Most pruning mistakes come from not understanding why plants respond the way they do to a cut. Here’s the logic behind it, and what actually goes wrong most often.

Weeds are every gardener’s persistent challenge — but they don’t have to be a losing battle. Here’s a complete, practical guide to managing them effectively.

Homegrown tomatoes are one of gardening’s greatest rewards — and one of its most common frustrations. Here’s everything you need to grow them successfully.

A homegrown tomato picked at peak ripeness and eaten within hours of harvest is one of the most extraordinary flavors

Experienced gardeners understand something that beginners often take years to discover: the difference between a struggling garden and a thriving

Watering is the single most performed gardening task — and the one most frequently done incorrectly. This isn’t because watering

Composting is one of the best things you can do for your garden. It turns kitchen scraps and yard waste

Watering consistently is one of the most important things you can do for a productive vegetable garden — and also

Composting is one of the best things you can do for your garden. It turns kitchen scraps and yard waste

A raised garden bed is one of the best investments you can make as a gardener. It gives you full