If you're reading this, then you probably noticed your plants don’t look right and perhaps more ”leggy” than normal. Although it might look intimidating and seem like there’s no fix to this problem, ...

Leggy seedlings can result in delayed fruiting and reduced yield. MementoImage / Getty Images Starting seeds indoors is a great way to get a jump on the season, especially if you live in a region with ...

Did anyone else do a little dance at dawn on March 20 to greet the vernal equinox? During March, Washington gains between three and four minutes of sunlight each day, adding over 100 minutes of ...

Most common succulents are light-hungry plants that need at least six hours of bright light daily to grow well. Indoors, succulents typically do best in sunny, south-facing windows, although some more ...

Basil gets tall and leggy from low light, lack of pruning, or overfertilizing. Signs include sparse leaves, excess flowers, and short stems from overharvesting. Revive it with proper care, pruning, ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. Can you explain how to care for the beautiful Persian shield plant? It ...

Tomato plants don't hide their problems. Leggy plants are getting too much nitrogen, cracked fruit indicates overwatering, and leaves with holes are being chewed by insects. There are several reasons ...

Whew, it’s been a mad dash in my garden the past few weeks. That included starting and caring for vegetable starts, cleaning up winter debris, fixing up the sprinkler system and planting a new garden ...