"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It’s easy to see why petunias are among the most popular flowers for home gardeners: They are abundant, ...

In December, spring flowers are often the last thing on your mind. But despite the chill, many early bloomers can be started ...

Get a jumpstart on the gardening season by starting seeds indoors. If you've never grown anything from seed, it's easy to write the idea off as difficult or labor-intensive, but that couldn't be ...

Starting seeds indoors before spring gives you a head start on the growing season and increases your chances of a healthy, productive garden. The key to success is providing the right environment: ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... With the first couple of months of the new year behind us, gardeners are focused on one thing: the countdown to the outdoor growing season. Vegetable seeds ...

While things are frozen and white outside, some home gardeners are thinking about getting a head start on garden plants by starting seeds indoors. Rosie Lerner, Purdue University consumer horticulture ...

A growing light (like this versatile clip-on plant lamp from Amazon) can also help prevent lanky, weak growth. Good flower seeds to start indoors are generally those that don't mind being transplanted ...

Did you know that sesame seeds on hamburger buns helped make hamburgers more popular? The seeds were a secret to success, and they’ve been on a roll ever since. Speaking of sesame seeds, I’ve grown ...

Petunias have long captured gardeners’ hearts with their stunning colors and bold blooms. Get the most out of these beloved annuals by learning how to deadhead petunias to promote new growth and ...