GREENS SEEDS: Lettuce can be direct seeded into the garden now through the end of February. Good cultivars include Black-seeded Simpson, Oakleaf, Redsails, Cos Romaine and Buttercrunch. VEGGIES NOW: ...

As Texas leaves behind the cold months of winter and heads into the warmer temperatures of spring, you may want to begin planning your vegetable garden. Whether you’re brand new to growing or you’ve ...

One of the most commonly quoted passages from the Bible is found in the book of Ecclesiastes: “For everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven … a time to plant, and a time ...

Growing up on a farm, I thought everyone had an acre or two set aside as a vegetable garden. It wasn't until I owned my first home that I was faced with starting a garden from scratch in a different ...

Did you know that the fall season is actually the best time to plant your veggies? It's true - your shrubs, vegetables, flowers, etc. have a much better chance of surviving if you set them out in the ...

Although there are many old sayings such as, “Plant your potatoes when the oak leaves are the size of a mouse’s ear,” I would rather depend on soil temperature and calendar dates. Besides, who really ...

Plants don’t thrive in isolation—they need friends (just like us). One common theory touted by a number of master gardeners says that pairings of certain plants will help them thrive, while other ...

This beginner-friendly guide explains how to start a vegetable garden with indirect and direct seed-sowing methods. Homegrown ...

It’s time to get ready for fall vegetable gardening. We know, we know: It’s still hot outside. Falling leaves and crisp autumn air feel an eternity away. But for some of our favorite cool-season ...

Q. I’m looking to build a small raised vegetable garden in my backyard for the first time. I’m overwhelmed with the different articles/advice/books which sometimes contain conflicting advice. Can you ...

Ready to plant your garden? Aren’t we all! Before you head to your favorite local nursery, check out the Sonoma County annual planting guide to make sure you grab the right starters for the right time ...