Gardening is a rewarding activity that has many health benefits. You burn calories, get exposure to vitamin D, strengthen your bones and get a little cardio in. If you’d like your plants to be as ...

As planting season is here, in this column we are providing information about raised-bed gardening. Raised-bed gardening is a popular technique for growing plants in Missouri. Vegetables, fruits, ...

How times, and terms, have changed. Up until a few years ago, the term “raised bed” referred to a garden bed that consisted of rich soil perfect for growing vegetables. Such a bed included plenty of ...

The benefits of raised gardens are seen in master gardener Laura Heldreth's victory garden. (Laura Heldreth) Pat Stephens and Judi Seifert are Clark County Master Gardeners, a program run by ...

Today's homeowners have smaller yards and less space for vegetable gardening. Many have opted to use raised beds as a way to maximize space and minimize garden maintenance. "Square-foot" gardening is ...

Make spring gardening easier by prepping your raised beds before winter hits. Preparing a raised bed garden for winter will set you up for success in the spring. Take care of a few simple maintenance ...