Although many plants have gone dormant, the winter garden is still an active place. Birds are feasting on last season's seed heads, filling their bellies and dropping seeds all over the ground. These ...

Then think about how you can plant this spring for more interest in your garden next winter. “You don’t have to give your garden five months off every year,” said Sharon Yiesla, plant knowledge ...

Can I propagate in winter? This is a common question for many people with houseplants. The growing seasons of spring and summer are ideal for propagating plants, but that doesn’t mean you can’t try in ...

Just because winter is coming and outdoor temps are about to plummet, doesn't mean that you have to say goodbye to your fresh, homegrown vegetables. There are many edible plants perfect for growing ...

Grow it as a cover crop, or grow it for the market stand. Spinach is a great early spring plant to sow directly in beds. As cover, it stabilizes soil, preventing weeds and erosion, while building soil ...

In winter, nothing grows! We mustn't stop at our mental representations. Winter doesn't have to be a dead season for your vegetable garden. It can also be a period rich in harvests and surprises. As ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. While most houseplants don’t need any special care in the winter, you do need to give them the basics, as you would at any other ...

Here are five of the best plants for Pennsylvania yards that are among the first to look great even as winter is winding down.