Since I was young, I remember the happiness of curling up with a good book as the holiday festivities came to a close. Whether I found a book in the library or received it as a gift, my memories of books and Christmas go hand in hand. Now, often the non-fiction book in my hand is gardening related.

The dark days of winter are upon us. As a gardener, this is the time of year we pull out the seed catalogs and start planning for next year.

Dahlias, first imported from Mexico and Central America, provide a rich and enthusiastic floral display in Pacific Northwest gardens.

A weed is generally defined as something growing in a place it is not wanted and is competing with desired plants. How do you know if what you have is a weed or a plant?

Dutch garden designer Oudolf is best known in the U.S. for his design of the Highline garden in New York and the Lurie garden in Chicago, although he has done many other gardens around the world.

The practice of tilling the soil has been around since ancient times. Using a hand-held tool like a hoe, or animals to turn the soil, has been done for centuries.