Helen Chesnut

Colchicums look like oversized crocuses. ‘The Giant' is a goblet-shaped classic, while ‘Waterlily' is a fancy double flower.

A major part of ongoing renewal in the garden is care of the soil.

No need to wait for spring to begin revitalizing your garden Q. Could you please enlighten me on the mysteries of mulch?

This in-ground potato storage has worked perfectly in my garden, which is not overly infested with tuber-gnawing soil insects. And the sandy soil drains speedily of excess moisture. This storage method is superbly low-maintenance. With the plantings well marked, it's a simple matter of “grocery shopping” with a digging fork as the vegetables are needed during the winter.

Time to be thankful for a blessedly moderate spring and summer and the resulting garden bounty.

It's all about getting the conditions just right Article content Q. The garlic I harvested this past July was a disappointment.

Looking for a small tree to grow year-round in a pot on a patio? Japanese maples, dappled willow, some magnolias or even bougainvillea could work, depending on the space.

Make sure the soil does not dry out completely over the winter Article content

Helen Chesnut shares ways to beef up green salads. From nuts and seeds to cheeses and fruit slices, it's easy to turn greens into a meal.

These bulbs should provide a long, uninterrupted display of flowers starting as early as February.