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New to growing or need a refresher? Start here for simple, step-by-step guides that walk you through every garden task, from planning your space to harvesting with confidence.

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Explore with evolution of biotech with Colin Bell.

The Evolution of Biotechnology in Agriculture
Modern-day growers are skilled at harnessing the power of soil microorganisms to boost plant health. Colin Bell examines the evolution of biotechnology in agriculture.
Water smart gardening.

Save Water: Veggies for the Water-Smart Gardener
We’re all looking to save water in the garden! Did you know about these water-wise veggie crops? Here’s a look at heirlooms, hybrids, and everything in between.
Edimental Gardens: Daylilies on the grill!

Edimental Gardens: Daylilies on the Grill!
One of the first perennials to break ground every spring, daylilies are more than just pretty flowers. They’re delicious, perfect for the edimental garden!
tech keeps environments in check

5 Cool Ways Tech Keeps Environments in Check
With so many gardening gadgets, where does a grower begin? Garden Culture’s pros tell Catherine Sherriffs their go-to tech for ultimate results in the garden.
Victory Gardens are Back!

Victory Gardens are Back!
Some articles inspire you to grow, and this is one of them. Haley Nagasaki writes about the resurgence of Victory Gardens, why you need one, and how to start.
The Perfect Mom: Selecting mother stock in plants.

The Perfect Mom: An Expert Guide to Mother Plant Selection
Do you need help selecting your next mother plant? Here, Everest Fernandez offers tips for how growers can find the perfect mom.
Try an easy home compost system.

Easy Home Compost Systems for the Regenerative Garden
Composting is one of the easiest ways to practice regenerative gardening, and your plants will reap the benefits! Try one of these easy home composting systems.
IPM Professional POV, Alex Gauthier, Origine Nature

IPM: Professional POV with Alex Gauthier, Origine Nature
How do professional growers keep their rooms free of pests and diseases? In our Professional POV series, Alexandre Gauthier of Origine Nature talks IPM.
Potato towers are great safe saving urban garden options.

Growing Spuds in a Space-Saving Potato Tower
Potatoes are a staple in our gardens; luckily, you don’t need much space to grow them! Here’s a guide to building potato towers, perfect for the urban gardener.
Rabbit droppings make excellent manure for the garden.

Hare Today, Fertile Tomorrow! The Garden Magic of Rabbit Manure
Peter Rabbit isn’t welcome in the garden, but his poo sure is. Haley Nagasaki writes about the benefits bunny droppings have on our plants.
Organic Living Soil

Organic Home Gardening with Living Soil
Living soil is an organic gardening method that uses a nutrient-rich potting mix teeming with beneficial microbes to grow plants instead of mineral fertilizers. Everest Fernandez discusses how growers can transition from soilless potting mixes to organic living soil.

Edimental Gardening with Red-Stalked Rhubarb
Rhubarb is a must-have in the edimental garden! This large-growing plant is impressive-looking, and its red stalks are a delicious springtime harvest.
5 Cool Ways to Practice Regenerative Growing in Cities

5 Ways To Practice Regenerative Growing in Cities
If regenerative growing appeals to you, but you live in a city, fear not! Catherine Sherriffs says earth-friendly gardening practices have no boundaries.
Plant fermentation

Getting Witchy with It: Making Botanical Brews for Garden Fertility
Garden inputs don’t have to be expensive or complicated. Av Singh writes about plant fermentation and making organic botanical brews to boost garden fertility.
Soil and the stink of life

Notes from a Dirty Old Gardener: Soil and the Stink of Life
When it comes to organic inputs for the garden, often the smellier, the better. Just ask Regi Oneton: he says if it doesn’t stink, you need to rethink.
Pollinator gardens

Backyard and Balcony Gardening for Butterflies
A recent study on declining native butterfly populations is concerning, but we can make a difference by planting these species in our gardens, big or small!
garden clubs

Every Community Needs a Garden Club! Here’s How to Start One
We’ll be honest; our clubbing days are over. Or are they? Garden clubs are a great way to build community and share a love for plants. Here’s how to set one up.
Edible flowers

Delicious and Medicinal: Growing Edible Flowers in the Garden
Flowers and vegetables are the perfect companions, so why not make your blooms edible? Anne Gibson tells us which flowers are delicious and medicinal.
Gardening Books

Relax and Unwind with These Great Gardening Books
If you love books and gardens, your two favorite worlds collide in this post. Catherine Sherriffs says these reads will make you a better grower.
Seed germination test

Testing 1,2,3: How to do a Seed Germination Test
If you’ve got some old seeds lying around and want to find out if they’re still good for the upcoming growing season, do this easy seed germination test!