As the weather warms throughout our rural area, thoughts turn to spring planting season. For many, our poor soils here consist mostly of clay, sand, or shale and need to be amended and improved...

Neither of my grandmothers were great gardeners. In fact, by the time I was old enough to really know them, they didn’t “garden” at all.One lived with me while I was growing up. Gram was a woman...

If the recent dog days of summer have sent you running for shade, then you’re not alone. It’s been hot. And sunny. But one way to beat the heat is to plant a shade garden.If you have a shady spot...

The past week or so has been exceptionally hot, and my crew has been struggling with not only keeping plants alive and looking good, but also keeping themselves from being affected by the extreme...

Often associated with weddings, graduations and other life events, roses are among the most popular of all shrubs. June is the month when roses bloom and while I was in my garden this past weekend,...

Just as there are shoulder seasons in the tourism industry, there is also a shoulder season in gardening, and one of the best is happening right now. It’s fall planting time!The days are still warm...

As much as I hate to admit it, I’m getting to the point that gardening on my hands and knees just isn’t as appealing as it once was. So last summer, we put our tomatoes in huge pots on our back...

By Gail VanikThe leaves have turned golden yellow, the fall colors are fabulous, and pumpkins can be found everywhere. It’s harvest time, and the weather is great! October is upon us and it’s a...

I love the holidays. What’s not to love? With the arrival of Christmas next week and all the decorating that’s going on, I find myself wondering how many people really how these traditions got to...