If you want some fast-growing flowers to add bright color and interest to flower borders this summer, it is not too late. June is an excellent time to sow lots of annual flower seeds that can ...

Whether you want to grow flowers to cultivate a beautiful yard or to create a wildlife wonderland full of bees and butterflies, the expense of purchasing nursery-grown plants adds up quickly. Luckily, ...

February is the month when indoor seed-starting takes center stage in the Northern gardening world. It’s when eager gardeners get busy starting their cool-season plants, such as cabbage, broccoli, ...

Growing the garden of your dreams can be expensive, especially if you're planting plugs or gallon plants from your local nursery. A budget-friendly way to produce the same impact is by growing flowers ...

Winter pansies, also known as ice pansies, are a favorite in the Southern garden for a reason: They can stand downright ...

If spring crept up too quickly, and you’re scrambling to find some plants to add color to your garden, you should turn to fast-growing annuals. With brilliant bursts of color and low-maintenance ...

Salvias are notorious for growing very slowly from seed. With that in mind, it's much easier to use the plant you already ...

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — Gardeners come in two sorts… those that start from seed and those that buy plants. Perhaps a combination is best. Last week we talked about vegetables, this week it's flowers.

You’ve probably heard plants described as annuals and perennials in gardening. Knowing the difference between annual vs. perennial plants will help you understand how each type will behave in your ...

Question: My parents and grandparents used to plant most vegetables and a lot of flowers from seed instead of transplants. Are there advantages to starting some things from seed? Answer: I am probably ...