In some kitchen somewhere, there are decorative oil and vinegar bottles next to a Country Goose cookie jar that all have been ...

If you're looking for a fragrant flower that grows from a bulb, consider hyacinths ( Hyacinthus orientalis ). "Under a warm ...

Containers allow gardeners to garden with whatever space we have available, improve accessibility for gardeners with unique needs, and are an alternative for gardeners with difficult soil conditions, ...

Do limited time, space, or gardening knowledge keep you from growing your own food? Container gardening may be the perfect solution. While it’s often used to overcome space limitations, pest problems, ...

For nearly 10 years, Justin Andrews had been wanting to expand beyond growing grapes. Downsizing by Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, Washington’s largest wine producer, helped him do so. Last year, his ...

Perlite, a volcanic rock, is a common ingredient in potting mixes. It improves drainage, aeration and water retention in soil. Perlite is lightweight and can be added to in-ground gardens, but it's ...

Succulent plants are defined as plants that have evolved to store moisture in their leaves, stems or roots. They occur within several different plant families in regions of the world’s growing ...

Not all soil-less potting materials are created equal. Just ask your potted plants. Or, better, ask Cheryl Boyer. “There are a lot of (potting mixes) that you can use to grow plants in,” said Boyer, a ...

With warm weather here to stay, local wineries are popping the cork on summer. In the Quad-Cities, a number of local wineries and vineyards keep the shelves stocked with a variety of wines, ranging ...