Planting grass seed isn’t just about scattering and hoping for the best — timing, preparation, and technique make all the difference. From avoiding heavy rain washouts to ensuring strong seed-to-soil ...

Get a jump start on a lush spring lawn by dormant seeding grass during the colder months. Prepare the area for dormant seeding in the fall to ensure good seed-to-soil contact. Dormant-seed cold-season ...

If you’re a warm weather fan, you’re probably counting down the days until the arrival of spring. However, even as conditions remain wet and dreary outside, the good news is that you can start taking ...

I have fond memories of growing gladioli as a kid growing up in Nebraska — and at this point in summer I’m seeing them in bloom around the Chicago area. The gladiolus produces a large, showy flower ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Drum roll, please: We are six weeks away from the first day of spring. Recent warm Colorado days have previewed the changing seasons, but we know that along ...

Gardeners preparing for the upcoming growing season have many seed sources to choose from, and selecting the right seeds can influence the success of a garden. “Choose a reputable source that offers ...

Grass seed can fail for a variety of reasons. Here's a list of 10 issues (with solutions) that will help get that seed up and growing.

Learn the best seed-starting methods and tips for a great way to save money and ensure that your plants are grown organically. Get ready to grow your own garden from scratch! However, it can be a ...

Our summer weather may have done a number on some spots in your lawn. Right now is the very best time of year to fix your lawn. Michigan’s climate is usually very favorable for having a lush green ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Spring is more than around the corner; for Colorado gardeners, it is within sight and there’s no time to waste. Here are some of the plant decision-making ...

Bundling up in a winter coat to spread grass seed might sound like a little strange, but wintertime seeding yields visible results you’ll appreciate in spring. Dormant seeding is simply spreading ...