Joe Pye weed tempts many gardeners with its pretty, pollinator-friendly blooms. But without taking steps to control it, this ...

This year, the Gardeners’ Dirt column will feature a different herb each month. Each article will feature an herb that was ...

For us, in our Seed to Supper Farm ... but we all probably need to do a better job of cleaning our garden tools. I know I am guilty of not cleaning them like I should. I mean, it’s hot, and ...

This past summer, a colony of bald-faced wasps took up residence right next to my garage door. Because I know how beneficial wasps are, I decided to leave it alone. Sure, we couldn’t use that ...

Read 'Rebounders' by Don Stewart, the winning selection for Best Essay in the second annual Best In Rural Writing Contest.

Pawpaw trees provide ornamental interest in early spring, when they produce small, crimson- and rust-colored blooms. Their ...

Starting seeds at home is a wonderful annual ritual. Here are four things to do before starting your seedlings indoors this winter.

The Exchange, on Seed Savers’ website, pairs the people who save heirlooms with those who want them, all for the price of ...

Keeping track of when to start seeds of your favorite flowers, herbs, and vegetables indoors can feel a bit daunting, especially since some seeds need to be planted a lot earlier than others.