In March, you can learn about seed-starting, make your own compost and learn how to use color theory for floral arrangements. And all of these classes are virtual. There are dozens of classes to check ...

Unloved and unkempt outdoor spaces are all around us. Think roadsides, deserted construction sites and undeveloped urban plots. Whether they are barren or overrun with weeds because no one cares for ...

Don't miss the big stories. Like us on Facebook. Most gardeners do some composting. Some folks compost anything that once was part of a living plant, often mixing it with barnyard waste; they turn and ...

While you’re battling the winter blues, make your own seed-starting mix to plan for the gardening days ahead. Home gardeners can start vegetable and flower seedlings indoors from four to 12 weeks ...

Simple compost bins made of pallets allow old compost to age, and new materials to be added, which in turn will envigorate plants. Credit: HENRY HOMEYER photos / For the Monitor Sign up for the ...

Winter rains bring the promise of spring wildflowers. Rains help germinate seeds and allow roots to grow deep into the soil. This is the time to plant a lovely wildflower border in your garden or set ...

Third-grade students from Uplift Pinnacle Preparatory mix the ingredients to make seed bombs at the Trinity River Audubon Center. Rose Baca / File 2016 The seed bomb garden trend has exploded on the ...

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We feed birds and compost. I rake up the seed under the feeders. Can I add this to my composter? (By the way, if your Mom and Dad had Dachshunds, then I was your “Family ” doctor when you were a ...