Spring is a perfect time to plan for new intriguing colors and features in the yard. With all the common plants available in local stores an...

Spring is here!  The garden centers and plant sales are alive with color. Those pots bursting with open blooms are hard to resist—they deliv...

Soil blocking presents several advantages  for home gardeners, making it an  attractive option for those seeking efficient, sustainable, and...

Let Soil Temperature Be Your Guide in Southwest Idaho This unusually warm winter across southwest Idaho has many gardeners eager to head out...

Choosing the right tree in the Treasure Valley is about more than looks. Our landscapes demand plants that can handle real conditions due to...

Growing flowers and vegetables from seed gives you  more choices and saves money.  Here are 10 great seed catalogs to check out.  Jill Staak...

Seed starting mix plays a quiet but important role in successful gardening. While it may look similar to potting soil, it is formulated spec...