Gardening Articles, Tips and How-tos
Garden smarter with our library of articles written by our team of expert gardeners. Daily posts include everything from beginner gardening tips to in-depth articles on botany and landscaping.
Egg Substitutes You Can Grow in the Garden
When is bean not a bean? When it's an egg substitute. Sounds a bit far-fetched, doesn't it? But if you are searching for something to use in place of eggs, it isn't as weird as you may think. Read More
Peeling Seeds to Make Sowing Citrus Species More Appealing
Do you hesitate to start citrus seeds because dry ones take so long to sprout? Just peel the seeds like you would peel the fruit for faster germination! Read More
Doublefile Viburnums, a Shrub For Multi-season Interest
No less an authority than Michael Dirr (author of Manual of Woody Plants, amongst many others), refers to the doublefile viburnum as "a classy shrub". Read More
Make Apple Cider Vinegar Shrubs for a Healthy Drink
Apple cider vinegar is touted as a cure-all for all sorts conditions. Here's the scoop and it seems there's some truth to the claims. Read More
DG Sunday Funnies for March 29th, 2026
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The Humble Potato and How It Changed the World
When it comes to the short list of plants that have literally changed the world, the potato is probably one of the champions. Read More
Great Fruit Trees for Container Gardening
These fruit trees grow just as well in containers as they do in the ground. Read More
Preparing Soil for a Vegetable Garden
Preparing your soil doesn't have to be a complicated process. Here are some tips for big blooms and even bigger yields. Read More
Beginner Shrubs That Last and Last
Plant these beginner bushes and flowering shrubs for landscaping beauty that won't fade. Read More
The Spotted Lanternfly Gains Ground in North America
Watch out for this spotted bug. It's bad news for North America. Read More
Tasty Treats From the Redbud Tree
Spring means flowers and if you know what to do, you can make some tasty treats for your family. Redbud jelly is an easy and unusual way to use foraged flowers. Read More
DG Sunday Funnies for March 22nd, 2026
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What's the Difference Between Heirloom, Hybrid or GMO Seeds?
It’s time to start making seed decisions for the coming growing season, so just what is the difference between heirloom, hybrid, open pollinated and GMO? Read More
Greens You Can Grow in 30 Days or Less
Greens are easy to grow and highly nutritious. How soon can you begin harvesting your greens? Let's find out. Read More
Gratuitous Violets: Sowing Your Own Pansies and Violets
Do you want more pansies for less pesos? Try sowing them yourself. Read More
Snake Road in Southern Illinois is Closed for the Fall Migration
Snake Road is closed for the fall migration season and you can only access this little 2.5 mile stretch of Southern Illinois road by foot for the next two months. Read More
Fast Growing Trees to Plant for Shade
Whether you are building a new home or rethinking your landscaping for an existing home, shade is an important factor to consider. Read More
It's Spring; What Can I Prune?
Confused about when and what to prune in the Spring? Spring has its own set of rules and reasons for pruning. Read More
DG Sunday Funnies for March 15th, 2026
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What's That Bug? Strymon melinus: Gray Hairstreak
The gray hairstreak is often overlooked because of its size. Let's take another look at this tiny beauty. Read More
