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How to Design a Rain Garden for Wet or Poorly Drained Spots
A rain garden transforms a chronic drainage problem into a beautiful, ecologically valuable garden feature. Learn how to design one that captures stormwater runoff, filters it naturally, and supports native plants and wildlife.
Bare-Root Plants: Why Winter Is the Best Time to Plant Trees and Shrubs
Bare-root plants are available only during winter dormancy, are significantly cheaper than containerized alternatives, and often establish better. Here's what to buy, when to plant, and how to give bare-root plants the best start.
Winter Tool Care: Clean, Sharpen, and Store Your Garden Tools Right
Well-maintained garden tools make every gardening task easier, last decades, and perform better than neglected ones. January is the ideal time to restore and prepare your tools for the season ahead.
Plan a Pollinator Paradise Before Spring
Pollinator gardens are among the most rewarding garden projects—beautiful, ecologically valuable, and largely self-sustaining once established. Plan yours this January for a summer full of bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects.
Winter Compost: Keeping Your Pile Working Through the Cold
Cold weather slows composting but doesn't have to stop it. Learn how to keep a winter compost pile active, what to add during the cold months, and how to prepare finished compost for spring use.
How to Design a Garden with Four Seasons of Interest
Most gardens peak in summer and look forgotten by winter. A four-season garden is designed so that something of visual interest is always happening, from snowdrops in January to bare bark structures in December.
Planning the Perfect Kitchen Herb Garden
A kitchen herb garden—whether outdoors, in containers, or on a sunny windowsill—is one of the most practical and satisfying additions to any home. Plan yours now for a season of fresh herbs at arm's reach.
Why January Is the Time to Start Onions and Leeks from Seed
Onions and leeks have the longest indoor growing period of any common vegetable—10 to 12 weeks—which puts their start date squarely in January for most gardeners. Here's everything you need to know to grow them from seed.
How to Organize and Store Your Seeds So They Last for Years
Good seed storage can extend viability for 3-5 years or more. Learn the right conditions for storing seeds, how to test whether old seeds are still worth planting, and a simple system for keeping your collection organized.