Find out the ideal depth to loosen soil in new planting beds, depending on what you're growing.

Did you miss out on the Memorial Day weekend gardening frenzy? There’s still time to get a summer garden set up. Every spring ...

The best time to work on digging and dividing plants in the fall is a few days after a good rainfall, when the ground is still soft but not muddy. Divide spring-blooming perennials such as irises, ...

Mid-February is a great time to plant tomatoes. Most of the local garden centers are already stocking transplants. Getting them in early allows maximum time for growth before the summer heat makes it ...

The no-dig potato growing hack is super easy, great for your garden soil and deliver an impressive potato harvest. What's not ...

Well, it feels like winter has finally arrived, and the cold nights could become a regular occurrence. There may even be a frost or two coming our way. When that happens, don’t be caught rushing ...

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. Eastern Iowa gardeners eager to dig in the dirt will have plenty of plant options in coming weeks, ...