Planting grass seed based on calendar dates is a recipe for disappointment. Air temperature might feel perfect for fall lawn care, but what matters is happening several inches below ground where seeds ...

Now that we have experienced the first frost of the season, and the growing season for most garden and home landscape plants has come to an end, we as gardeners tend to start thinking about things we ...

The first thing I do in the morning is check the local temperature to see if spring is really on its way. According to the weekly forecast, by the time you read this column the temperatures in ...

"Warm, sunny days in early spring are encouraging after a long winter, but Mother Nature still holds the cards, and I don’t ...

Recent 70°F-degree temperatures have been calling us outside. It’s natural for gardeners to want to get their hands in the soil and their seeds in the ground.

The question I receive most frequently from vegetable gardeners: How much fertilizer should I apply? The second most frequently asked question: How can I get better vegetable yields in my garden? Both ...

Warmer spring temperatures will no doubt bring lots of gardeners out into the sunshine. The calendar tells us we could be planting early spring crops in the garden but what does the soil thermometer ...

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Warm, sunny days in early spring tempt us to start sowing seeds and setting out transplants. Now is a good time to start checking soil condition, but planting may need to wait. Here are some pointers ...

Nitrogen is often the most limiting nutrient in growing plants. When deficient, plant yields and quality are reduced. However, excessive nitrogen applications could cause concerns in water quality and ...