We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When planting a vegetable garden, knowledge is almost as powerful as sunshine and rainwater. For instance, a little wisdom can help you avoid ...

Bell peppers are members of the nightshade (Solanaceae) family, along with tomatoes and potatoes, and are native to Central and South America. Of all the pepper varieties, bell peppers are among the ...

It’s May! Gardening season is in full swing this month. And whether you have purchased seedlings or started them from seed, you will need to transplant them this month. Here are a few tips for ...

Starting seeds indoors is a smart way to get a head start on spring gardening. But after weeks of ensuring your seedlings have enough water and sunlight to thrive, the last thing you want is for them ...

In a previous column I talked about getting started with planting your own seeds indoors. I mentioned timing, containers and potting mix, light, temperature and watering. Let's continue with the care ...

Wondering how to transplant plants without killing them? Learn all about transplanting seed plugs, how to prick out seedlings, and pricking out meaning. Seedlings can be pricked out from trays into ...

With the right care, many types of seeds started indoors grow quickly enough that the seedlings will need to be repotted at least once before they’re ready to go outside in your garden. Knowing how ...

Peppers are one of the easiest vegetables to grow in Kansas gardens, and there is a variety for just about every taste. Peppers are one of the easiest vegetables to grow in Kansas gardens, and there ...

Ornamental peppers (Capsicum annuum) are small bushy plants with bright glossy peppers. Originally from our continent of South America they are grown mainly for their brightly coloured peppers and are ...