Gracious Gardening Staff

Everyone loves the springtime with the nice weather and the beautiful bursts of color as the new growth starts to take shape. Every weekend...

If you have ever admired the beauty of a rose garden and dreamed of having one of your own, but thought it would be...

Gardeners are nothing without their potting benches. These wooden structures allow them to gather up their tools and materials in one place. While you...

Gardening in cold weather Well, I come from the south and my grandma and great-grandparents always grew vegetables in the winter time. That was the...

Photo by Phil Houston In an earlier post, I looked at getting creative with gardening design. A large part of being creative is finding inspiration....

You took the time to pick out the perfect tree for you and your family to enjoy over the holiday season, so why would...

Insect pests and diseases are a problem that every gardener has to deal with. For those that choose organic control, as opposed to chemical...

Who doesn’t love flowers? They have so much color, vibrancy, and are just a delight to have around the house. If you’re looking for...

There’s nothing worse than a sad, melting, lopsided snowman on the front lawn, despite hours of hard work from you and your kids. All...

Having fresh herbs whenever you need them for your special dishes or drinks is such a great convenience. There is never a doubt that...

Winter seems to be something that is scary for some gardeners. Although the snow can cause havoc on some plants, it could be a...

You don't have to quit gardening just because winter is coming. In fact, some of us really like the challenge. We also like calling...

Forcing the issue Having fresh flowers in the home whenever you want is such a great thing. It brightens any room and they smell terrific...

Make this the year of gardening success! It doesn't matter whether you're an experienced gardener or a novice, almost anyone can successfully start and maintain...

AAAAHHHH! The sweet smell of fresh cut grass sends me into a state of peaceful bliss. I think of picnics, touch football, and tag,...

  It's officially November. Does that mean it's too late to plant bulbs in your garden? The answer to this question is, “It depends.” Growing Depends on...

It’s that time of the year where the weather starts getting colder and the plants that were once flourishing are now struggling to survive....

Doing fall work on your yard prepares it to rest for the winter, and allows it to grow even better next spring. Most of...

  Before the first freeze Sometimes it’s hard to imagine months ahead what we want our spring garden and yard to look like. Yet, now is...