Life
East or West, flowering dogwood tree coast-to-coast favorite
Three main species of dogwoods can be grown in our gardens: the Pacific, Eastern and Korean natives.
Life
Planting season: May isn’t the only month we can plant gardens
There’s no rush to get buying and digging — you have all summer long to do it.
Life
Four must-have flowers, vines and grasses for the May garden
Steve Smith recommends planting these eye-popping plants to add interest this month.
Life
A life-long gardener shares the simple joys of gardening
Steve Smith is happiest when weeding, pruning, fertilizing, mulching and planting new plants.
Life
How to make the most of your small garden space
Containers, smart design and savvy plant choices are the key to a small garden with big impact.
Life
Does gravel help with pot drainage? Gardening myths debunked
Steve Smith has been gardening for most of his life — so he’s heard all sorts of wives’…
Life
Focus on beauty of your April garden — not the bad weather
Here are some beautiful bloomers to consider that are sure to put you in a better mood.
Life
Organic gardening 101: Feed the soil and not the plant
The philosophy of the nature-focused movement is that healthy soils will produce healthy plants.
Life
One more reason to play in the dirt: It makes us happier
Scientists say a bacteria found in dirt boosts serotonin levels, making you feel relaxed and happy.
Life
Another sign of spring: Fun facts about the Pacific tree frog
This time of year, chorus frogs can be heard singing for a mate in evenings and mornings.
Life
Fun facts about robins, the musical harbingers of spring
Some of the birds live here year-round, but most head south for the winter.
Life
Gardens can and do come back to life after a freeze
Time will tell if there is winter damage, so don’t get in too much of a hurry to…
Life
Growing up: Some plants go through changes not unlike puberty
Arborvitae, junipers, spruce and pines, for example, exhibit juvenile and adult characteristics.
Life
How do plants survive freezing temperatures? With genetics
Plants have evolved to tolerate the weather conditions of where they are growing.
Life
Is your yard more moss than grass? It’s time to take control
At the top of the to-do list: Treat your lawn with an organic product to get rid of…
Life
Get rid of shot weed now to prevent lots of yard work later
Here is Steve Smith’s gardening to-do list for the month of February. Weeding is a top priority.
Life
Gardeners, take heed: This is your last chance to goof off
Steve Smith is giving you permission take it easy in the garden until Feburary arrives.
Life
A visit to the nursery helps put you in the mood to garden
Not ready to get back into gardening? January is still a fun time to poke around a garden…
Life
Indoor gardens: Four easy-to-grow house plants for beginners
If you want to get in on the house-plant trend but you don’t know where to begin, read…
Life
New year, new garden: What are your planting plans for 2018?
Now is the perfect time to dream big and make plans for the next growing season.