Gardening Tips

Summer is getting longer, hotter — and arriving faster, study says

Flower gardens endure hot, dry summers better if you choose these plants

Gardeners often hear about supposed hacks and quick fixes. Here are some common ones debunked

Plants native to DC-area could offer greener alternative to water-hungry lawns

What to know about adding to your garden during the drought

How to mulch your garden beds without harming plants

More Gardening Tips

Microgardening means getting a surprisingly big harvest from a windowsill or balcony garden

How to know when to plant certain seeds in the DC region as the climate changes

Making cut flowers last well beyond Mother’s Day

Here’s how to grow your own food with less water, even in a drought

Still unsure about composting? Here’s why and how to make ‘black gold’ for the garden

Spending 20 minutes outside this spring could help your health

Plastic garden gear can add microplastics to the soil. Here are some alternatives

Masters in bloom: More than azaleas and dogwood make up golf’s most beautiful garden

Strawberry pots aren’t just for the fruit. Its ‘windows’ make for striking, efficient displays

He takes care of Arlington Cemetery’s living — and often towering — memorials

Yes, Maryland has a fertilizer law. And it’s protecting local streams

Gravel gardens can cut wildfire and heat risks. It’s being used outside fire zones too

Is this the year you build a deck? Important things to remember

Soil is the foundation of your garden. Keep it healthy!

How to save money on garden gear with some creative recycling

Nobody said vegetable gardens must be in the backyard. Put them out front if it’s sunny

A glossary to help cut through seed-packet jargon and confidently plant indoors

Scarification: The simple seed-starting trick that helps tough-coated seeds sprout faster

Valentine’s rush has florists juggling last‑minute orders and rising costs

Record cold has fireplaces working overtime. Should those ashes be put to use in the garden?

Annual orchids show brings vivid color to Chicago winter

This Smithsonian greenhouse contains obscure and exotic plants from around the world

Backyard vegetable gardens are healthy for people and the planet. Here’s how to start yours

How to create a calming ‘nature nook’ with indoor plants. Advice from Hilton Carter