Leaf, butterhead, crisphead or romaine — lettuce is best harvested in the cool weather of spring and fall

Haul out the tarp and get in gear for cutting — you might just spy some early bulb blooms while you're at it

Give natives and tropicals a well-deserved spotlight — plus, discover an easy herb that keeps on giving

Some toil in the soil this month will help ensure a blooming garden come summer, so dig out your shovel and bring on the mulch

Hunt for new growth in the garden but play the protector for baby plants and birds flying home to nest

Prepare for edible harvests and invite feathered friends to the garden — offering them slugs for lunch is entirely up to you

It’s time to rid yourself of winter’s heaviness and set up for spring

Get a jump on spring by spiffing up surfaces, clearing clutter and getting your warm-weather clothes in shape

Start fresh by envisioning new plant combinations as you tend to fruit trees and rosebushes — and watch out for those darned voles

Excitement fills the air when gardens come back to life. These guides will help you make the most of yours