Most gardeners pack it in when the first frost warning appears on the forecast. They pull the tomatoes, toss the spent squash ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Covering plants for good health is not new. Gardeners were popping cloches -- bell-shaped glass jars -- over the top of vulnerable greenery ...

Garden catalogs are arriving, making gardeners think about last year’s garden and what we can improve on this year. If you had issues with insects and diseases last year, or wish to extend the garden ...

The first crisp breeze of fall feels refreshing—until you realize it’s also a warning. The nights are getting colder, the sunlight is fading faster, and suddenly your garden starts looking at you like ...

Row cover cloth is intended to prevent damage from light frosts, with up to 4 degrees of temperature protection past freezing. Courtesy Johnson County Extension With cooler weather looming and frosts ...

Cucumbers are a warm-season crop that come in vining and more compact bush varieties. Plant cucumbers in late May or when soil temperatures consistently reach at least 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Manage ...