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The shrub renewal method of pruning removes less productive branches and promotes new growth.
Protecting Your Garden Vegetables From E. Coli
Don’t underestimate the importance of proper hygienic practices in your garden.
Don’t Treat Soil Like Dirt
Soil is partly solid, partly liquid, and partly air. Dirt is unwanted debris.
Where to Buy Seeds for Your Vegetable Garden
Plus: How to test if your leftover seeds are still good before you buy new ones.
Easy-to-Grow Orchids
These 5 common types display beautiful, long-lasting blooms with the proper care.
Great Backyard Bird Count
In winters, birds spend virtually every waking moment looking for food.
American Garden Rose Selections 2025 Winners
The roses that win the American Garden Rose Selections are evaluated five times each growing season.
Crinums: Low-Maintenance, High-Reward Flowers for the Lazy Gardener
Crinums are hardy plants with large, bold, fragrant flowers.
Green Thumb Awards
This award is given to plants based on uniqueness, technological innovation, ability to solve a gardening problem, and more.
All-America Selections Vegetable Winners for 2025
Choosing to plant a winner of the AAS will usually yield good results.
