DENVER — Gardeners begin planting in earnest around St. Patrick's Day. Inside, we celebrate the day with pots of shamrocks. Shamrocks don't really exist in Ireland or anywhere else. They're just Dutch ...

There are ways to increase chances of success even before your seeds hit the ground. All this step needs are items you already have in your home.

Get a jump start on your gardening this year by planting these veggies in early spring, letting you enjoy a bountiful harvest ...

Peas are a cool season crop planted in November and February. While November has past, February is a good month to plant peas that will mature in early spring. Three types of peas are grown by home ...

Planting peas next to carrots cultivates many benefits. "Peas are a nitrogen-fixing plant, and they naturally enrich the soil—making them an excellent companion for carrots, which prefer loose, ...

Starting a garden can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be. Proper research and dedication will be needed, but the reward of fresh vegetables from your own backyard will be worth it. While every ...

“Daffodils need lots of water while they are growing” (ADS) until three weeks or more after blooming but they can go dry for ...

• Seeds for sweet peas and native California wildflowers should be planted in November to get the best blooms this spring. • Sweet peas have a delicate, unforgettable fragrance that has never been ...

Now that my daffodils are coming up, I’ve been wondering if I should fertilize them. I know that when you first plant bulbs it is advised to work a 5-10-10 […] ...

Starting simple helps build confidence. Easy, reliable vegetables include cucumbers, squash, tomatoes, peppers, herbs, ...

The sweet, crisp taste of freshly harvested peas is one of spring's greatest gardening pleasures. Add them to a pasta or a salad. They're delicious. But the mushy texture of the frozen or canned peas ...