Guide

Grow succulents from seed easily indoors with our surface-sowing, humidity-dome method that gets germination right the first time.

Grow thyme from seeds successfully with this simple indoor-starting guide covering germination time, soil warmth, and common mistakes to avoid.

Plant Swiss chard seeds 1/2 inch deep in cool spring soil for a long, productive harvest.

Learn how to grow spinach from seeds with straightforward steps on planting time, spacing, watering, and thinning for a steady harvest.

Grow sweet potatoes from slips, not true seed—start them indoors at 75-85°F and transplant after the soil warms to 65°F.

Discover the best flowering plants for shady areas, from full-shade hostas to dry-shade survivors, with bloom timing and care tips.

Provide birds with a safe puddle they can grip and see around, and they’ll reward you with daily visits all season.

Learn about Shades of Pink Viburnum, a patented evergreen shrub with pink buds and spring blooms. Zones, size, spacing, and care tips included.

Discover perennial flowers for shady areas that thrive in part shade, full shade, or dry shade. Match plants to your site for blooms all season long.

Grow a thriving shallow planter with shallow-rooted plants like succulents, herbs, and leafy greens — plus the setup tips that keep them healthy.