Discover the best winter citrus varieties designed for cooler climates. Explore hardiest trees that thrive in low ...

Gardeners should keep an eye out for these new tropicals and shrubs, like mangaves, 'Gold Leopard' canna lilies and edible roses.

Join the Lompoc Valley Botanic and Horticultural Society (LVBHS) and help us care for Lompoc’s demonstration garden. Bring your gloves ...

As winter turns into spring, it's time for gardeners to consider which plants they'll cultivate in planters, pots and gardens ...

Pineapple guavas, otherwise known as feijoa or Acca sellowiana, are subtropical plants well-suited to backyards in warmer ...

Namuli’s choice of herbs highlights an often-overlooked benefit of planting in dry spots. Many herbs, including basil, ...

As an enthusiastic gardener, I’m always on the lookout for simple yet effective techniques to boost the health and ...

Choosing the right container is key to the healthy growth of your sumac shrubs. Opt for a large pot with at least 18 inches ...

So it is necessary to use potting mix/soil for potted plants. Can you mix potting soil with garden soil? For containers, you should only use potting soil/mix since it is the best growing medium for ...

There are two main types of compost: multipurpose and composts for specific use, such as raising plants from seed or growing plants in patio containers. Claimed to be suitable for germinating seeds, ...

While sowing seeds indoors provides them with a head start for the growing season, the process can be costly and time-consuming. Successful indoor gardening needs grow lights, heat pads and ...