Gardening Articles

Gardening is Good Therapy

(Submited by: Valerie Giles )

Many of us garden just for the sheer joy of it. But did you know that all over the country the healing aspects of gardening are being used as therapy or as an adjunct to therapy? Although this might sound like a new concept, garden ... Read article

A Little Known Secret to Successful Outdoor Gardening

(Submited by: Leonard Mutch )

Pruning...Outdoor gardening is so much easier when you know how. Outdoor gardening is much more enjoyable when you know a few secrets.Much of the enjoyment of outdoor gardening comes from the care and proper maintenance of the ... Read article

Organic Gardening

(Submited by: Gwen Stewart )

Organic gardening is not just the avoidance of chemicals, in the larger view, it is organic living using natures laws. I read this quote by an unknown person sometime ago and realized that my parents and others like them were organic gardeners ... Read article

How to Lose Weight While Gardening

(Submited by: Candee Stark )

Have you ever dreaded the idea of pulling weeds, planting a tree, or pushing a lawn mower around the yard?Does just thinking about it make you sweat? I am sure the majority of are nodding your heads in agreement. What I am about to ... Read article

Green Thumb Gifts: Beyond Gardening Gloves

(Submited by: A Heath )

Ahh, spring! It has sprung! Gardeners (and budding gardeners - no pun intended) have begun the quest for a weedless lawn, or a bountiful garden. But if you're looking for gifts for someone with a green thumb (or someone with green thumb ... Read article

Its Gardening Season!

(Submited by: Melanie Breeze )

Its gardening season again! Are you ready? Whether you are a seasoned gardener, or are looking to start gardening, you will likely need supplies and plants. If you shop smart, and use the tips below, you can get that garden running with very ... Read article

Making Memories with Flower Gardening

(Submited by: Sandra Wilson )

Flower gardening is not only about the present, but can be about the past as well. Although this article is ostensibly about flower gardens, it is really more about carrying memories forward. This will enrich your flower garden.Just ... Read article

Gardening Tips for Early - Mid July

(Submited by: Sandra Wilson )

Now we are fast approaching the hottest time of the year, there are still some things that can be done in the garden. Below are a few gardening tips for those that love the summer warmth. For you who aren't particularly appreciative of the hot ... Read article

Balcony, Patio, and Courtyard Gardening

(Submited by: Gwen Stewart )

People choose balcony, patio, and courtyard gardening for many different reasons. Some are moving from a large house to smaller accommodation, some dont want the hassle of a large property, and some chose to live in rental property to avoid the ... Read article

Gardening - An Expression

(Submited by: Bonnie Moss )

Give the same plants to several people, you will see several arrangements. Each one distinct and different, yet, using the same plants.This is the ultimate reward of gardening- a means to express, to create with the help and inspiration ... Read article

Winter Gardening Looking Towards Spring

(Submited by: Candee Stark )

Ok, the title "winter gardening" might be a tad bit misleading. I am not suggesting that you actually garden during the winter but you should be using this time to plan your upcoming garden. As you look out at your yard and garden area during ... Read article

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Is There Such a Thing as Good Garden Design?
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A garden designer once told me that good garden design was a lot like pornography: You can't define it, but you know it when you see it. Certainly good garden design is subjective. My tastes seem to change daily, so my garden's design is constan...

Winter Interest Photo Challenge Winners
10 Mar 2010 at 6:36am

Who knew winter could be so fascinating in the garden? I still can't wait for it to be over, but I've gained a greater appreciation for winter more after seeing the photos submitted in this first garden photo contest of the year. Thanks for trud...

Gardening Question of the Week: All Tops, No Potatoes. What Happened?
10 Mar 2010 at 1:37am

Landacre wrote in with an interesting problem. He husband planted potatoes, but "...all he got was a green bush and the same potato attached at the bottom." I've had years when my potoatoes weren't very large, but I've always gotten a few from e...

Weed Control Without Chemicals
9 Mar 2010 at 1:01am

The snow is pretty much goen around my house and the first thing that seems to be greening up is the creeping ivy. Or maybe it's the rosettes of garlic mustard. I haven't gotten close enough to check, but I'm finding it very frustrating that my ...

Time to Clean Your Hand Pruners
8 Mar 2010 at 1:25am

Ok, time to fess up - did you clean your hand pruners before you put them away last season? If you've already started pruning, did you give them a good sharpening at the start of the season?

There are few tools we rely on more than our hand prune...

Philadelphia International Flower Show Your Passport to the World
6 Mar 2010 at 1:08am

I promised you photos of my visit to the Philadelphia Flower Show. Once again, I'm slow to get them uploaded, but our Guide to Philadelphia, Meg Favreau, has offered to share her's with us. The Theme was "Passport to the World" and the designers...