Current Articles | Archives | Search Entries for April 2012 April 30, 2012 Less Planting, More Butterhead Lettuce! Butterhead lettuce is the darling of early summer salads. Tossed with a light dressing and topped with fresh herbs and veggies, it's an irresistible t... April 26, 2012 Cover Up Withering Bulbs with Perfectly Matched Perennials Love bulbs but hate their withering foliage? Perennials to the rescue! Cornell University researchers spent four years studying bulb and pe... April 24, 2012 Gardeners Win Free Trips to Vegas We're excited to announce the winners of the 2012 Top Tool Tester Contest! With more than 200 entries showcasing gardens from California to Maine, the... April 23, 2012 We Love These Garden Bloggers! When you're hungry to learn what others are doing with their gardens—whether it's dealing with pests or seeing what they're planting—where... April 19, 2012 Grow Gorgeous Plants with Healthy Soil What's the secret to a gorgeous, healthy garden? Great soil! While it can take time to build it up, it isn't difficult if you follow these five tips:... April 17, 2012 The Smart (and Painless) Way to Garden You're a curious gardener, always interested in learning best practices and the latest trends. Your gardens are your passion, and they're where you pu... April 16, 2012 It's Never Too Early to Consider Fall Color Ah, spring! Can fall be far behind? Thankfully it is, but now is the time to start planning for autumn... April 12, 2012 Pretty and Practical: Paisley Gloves Protect Hands and Arms For a gardener, a well-made pair of gloves is as valuable a tool as a sharp pruner. That's because gloves do more than keep your hands and nails clean... April 10, 2012 Give Buffalo Grass A Chance It's only April, but spring's early arrival has brought the early arrival of lawn chores, from cutting and trimming to fertilizing and watering. And i... April 09, 2012 Container Gardening Without the Hassle What two things do most gardeners have in common? They need space for growing plants, and whatever space they have never seems to be enough! That's on... April 05, 2012 Fabric Pots: A Smart Choice for Healthy Plants What do plants have in common with people? They like having air movement, access to water, and plenty of room to stretch their legs. Seems pretty ... April 03, 2012 Easter Lilies: Tips for Best Blooms For Easter, a single plant has grown as symbolic of the holiday as colored eggs: the elegant Easter lily (Lilium longiflorum). If you're the lucky rec... April 02, 2012 V-Shaped Planter Provides Lots of Growing Space When it comes to raised beds, it's hard to imagine how the concept could be any better. Just the right height, they make it easy to plant and tend flo... terms | privacy I accept the terms & confirm I am at least 21 years old