We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Most people think that winter means everything in the garden apart from the tough old evergreens is dead or dormant. But that's not the case.

I like winter as a break from the intensity of professional gardening season — but it’s nice to keep the spirit of gardening alive. Although the outdoor gardening season may be over except for pruning ...

I've been growing herbs in the garden long enough to know they don't require much. Just water, sunlight and my best intentions. In the garden, herbs are forgiving plants. They aren't fussy about soil ...