Gardening

Gardening is a useful and relaxing pastime. Read gardening tips and learn how to plan and care for a variety of gardens.

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You want to plant cotton seeds, but you're not sure how to do it. Learn about how to plant cotton seeds in this article.

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Millet is a popular food that's easy to grow yourself. Here's a guide to how to grow millet.

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A drink topped with fresh sprigs of mint. A pulled pork taco with fresh cilantro. Pasta with chopped oregano. All of this can be yours, with an indoor herb garden.

By Debra Ronca

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As is usually the case, time is in short supply and has been slipping away from you fast. You had great intentions of preparing your summer garden months ago, but life got in the way. Is it too late?

By Emilie Sennebogen

Flowers are gorgeous to look at, but they've also got a lot to say. There's a secret flower language we'll clue you in on -- and you might be surprised by the message your favorite bloom is sending!

By Echo Surina

If you're sneezing and scratching your eyes, it's probably because it's allergy season. Which plants are the worst hay fever offenders?

By Debra Ronca

Why do some people love flowers so much? It could be their delicate beauty or bright colors, but more than a few will cite the way they smell. There's a reason why Shakespeare felt compelled to contemplate the sweet scent of the rose, after all. Here are 10 of the most fragrant flowers around.

By Marie Willsey

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You need to prune grape vines, but you’re not sure how to do it. Learn about how to prune grape vines in this article.

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Do you love artichokes and would like to grow some in your garden? Learn how to grow artichokes in this article.

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You'd like to make a scarecrow to keep birds away from your garden, but you're not sure how to do it. Read this article to learn how to make a scarecrow.

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Your kangaroo paw plant will grow best in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny, warm area.

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The desert rose plant requires moist, well-drained soil, full sunlight and warm temperatures in order to grow.

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Wouldn't it be fun if you could plant your own watermelons? Learn about how to plant watermelon in this article.

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Keep rabbits out of your garden with fencing, tree guards, aromatic repellents or human hair. Learn how to keep rabbits out of your garden in this article.

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Elephant ear plants lend an exotic touch to any setting.

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Create a knockout garden with gorgeous, lush Knockout roses.

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Your gardenia bush is sure to thrive if you care for it correctly.

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You have an urge to plant sweet corn, but don't know what to do. This article will tell you how to plant corn seeds.

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One traditionally pictures a winter garden as stark and bleak, banked with snow and leaves. Just under the surface, however, a winter garden can teem with life.

By Gerlinda Grimes

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Don't let your garden get the best of you; control weeds and ward off pests with one of your most common household items, aluminum foil.

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We can't all install an Olympic-sized swimming pool in our backyards, but that doesn't mean water features are totally out of the question. How can you use a waterfall, rock pond or birdbath to help enhance your outdoor space?

By Jessica Willis & Melanie Radzicki McManus

Landscaping on a budget can be a daunting prospect. But with a good plan and a little ingenuity, you can create a stunningly landscaped yard that will make the pros drool.

By Emilie Sennebogen

Plants have pretty basic needs. They crave water, healthy soil and rays of sunshine. But if you can't provide your flora with lots of direct sun, you can still grow these low-light plants in your shady garden.

By Echo Surina

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Once you know a few simple tricks, an indoor garden is easy to care for. Don't smirk; it's true. And the rewards you reap from your indoor garden will offset any work you have to put into it.

By Sara Elliott

Start with a sunny windowsill and a few herb seeds and -- snip-snip, you have an instant gourmet meal. Well, it may not be quite that simple, but fresh herbs are still a great asset to have in the kitchen.

By Sara Elliott