Vegetable gardening often yields huge rewards for the weekend gardener…So you can imagine the righteous indignation that many feel when their little slice of gardening heaven is suddenly overrun with garden slugs. Who are these midnight marauders that come to wreak havoc in our gardens while we sleep, and how can we stop them in their twinkling, mucous-laced tracks?

by Janine Buchal for the Landscape Network These days, cooking with fresh herbs is not only trendy; it is cool. Having your own herb garden within a few feet of your back door is rather essential. I must admit, it is rather impressive as it allows for easy access and spontaneity in preparing a meal [...]

Growing your own produce can be a very fun and enlightening, educational experience that many people find to be very enjoyable as well. Considering that local grocery stores also have produce, and that fresh vegetables are part of a well balanced and healthy diet, for many people it may make sense to grow their own vegetables.

Many pet owners just getting into horticulture may not think about their pets’ needs when planting a garden. This is a mistake. In fact, if your pets spend any time near your garden, you’ll need to consider the safety of both your plants and animals. Thankfully, growing a pet-friendly garden is easy with the right precautions.

Bell peppers are probably one of the most popular vegetables for people to grow in small gardens. They’re not hard to grow, they taste great, and also they provide some great color to a garden.