Marquez notes that citrus trees grow very slowly and may take up to 10 years from seed to become fruit-bearing. However, growing an orange tree from seed produces a beautiful tree with glossy ...

One of the easiest members of the onion family to grow, shallots mature faster and require less space than their counterparts ...

The first thing to starting your own seed indoors is to seed it at the proper time. Over and over I see people get anxious and start it too early, which often leads to problems down the road. Most ...

Starting plants from seed early and transplanting them to the garden is a time-honored, economical and rewarding gardening tradition. Germinating seed at home increases the options for planting by ...

Now that winter has released her icy grip on Southeast Texas and pleasant weather has returned, it is an enjoyable time to begin tidying up the landscape. According to several 30-day weather ...

Drum roll, please: We are six weeks away from the first day of spring. Recent warm Colorado days have previewed the changing seasons, but we know that along the Front Range, extreme cold weather ...

As this exceptionally rainy California winter turns to spring, and the days become longer, gardeners should be thinking about which summer seeds to plant. It’s not too early for tomatoes. They can be ...

Earlier harvests. Peppers grown from seeds or transplants usually take at least a few months to fruit after spring planting.

Did you know that sesame seeds on hamburger buns helped make hamburgers more popular? The seeds were a secret to success, and they’ve been on a roll ever since. Speaking of sesame seeds, I’ve grown ...

Growing your own citrus can be a rewarding and fulfilling endeavor, and few trees are as beloved as the orange tree. With their vibrant, juicy fruits and delightful fragrance, orange trees not only ...