I’ve had just about enough of winter and am itching to get my hands dirty. I can’t do that yet in my New York garden, but I have been distracting myself by growing microgreens and dwarf strawberries ...

Before I buy new seeds for my garden, is there some way I can test my seeds from last year to see if they are still good? Yes, there is a simple way to test all your old seeds to see if they are still ...

If you’re a frugal New England gardener, you likely have unused seeds that you’ve saved from previous years. Before the growing season gets started, it’s important to know whether any leftover seeds ...

Like many people, I occasionally have days when my digestive tract isn’t as happy as I’d like it to be. On my best days, I’m fine. But on my worst days, pain, bloating and other issues can be more ...

Starting a garden can be one of the most rewarding experiences for both novice and intermediate gardeners alike. It’s not just about planting flowers or vegetables; it’s about nurturing life and ...

Writing a gardening column in winter should be straightforward. There are timely bits about seed sowing, garden planning and seasonal preparation that could be covered. And yet, with the firehose of ...