There's a distinct satisfaction in growing a plant from seed. You carefully read up on soil conditions, sow it at exactly the right depth, then monitor the sun and rain to make sure it gets a ...

Marigolds make easy-care bedding flowers and container plants, plus they can be used for companion planting and cut flowers. While starter plants are often sold at garden centers in spring ...

It's so tempting to buy starts—I get it. It feels great to look out over the garden, and finally see something in the beds, bringing color back to the landscape. But before you buy, you should ...