Gardeners numbed by Hurricane Ike's nasty blow could use some comfort. Many of us face the overwhelming job of starting over, replanting with sun-loving shrubs and perennials. But before we dig into ...

We're eating lettuce, mustard, onions and broccoli out of our home garden now. That's all well and fine, but I'll consider this spring's gardening truly successful if two months from now I'm sitting ...

The summer is now in full swing, and although I have started to harvest my broad beans and zucchini, there is still a golden window left to sow and grow many other vegetables and herbs. With plenty of ...

Gardeners’ World lead host Monty Don, 67, said sowing sweet peas in October allows the plant to develop stronger roots and produce “more flowers”. Monty explained: “Now it's time to consider sowing ...

As the plants expand, you may need to thin some of the rows. That will allow space for individual roots to reach full potential. With radishes, wait until some are just big enough to eat. Then, thin ...

Planting pigeon peas at the right time ensures optimal growth. Ideally, sow seeds at the beginning of the rainy season when ...

Every keen gardener will know that the key to getting the most out of your crops is timing. So, if you're looking to get ahead on next year's spring harvest, experts say one classic crop – one that ...