But a DIY raised garden bed? In many ways, it’s the definition of discipline. Raised beds and planter boxes solve a lot of common gardening problems in one fell swoop. Not only can you select the ...

With a little effort and patience, Marin home gardeners can cultivate Crocus sativus, the plant that produces saffron.

Plants are generally forgiving creatures, but you can spend a lifetime trying to convince them to do what you want. To give them the best shot at sprouting delicious produce or gorgeous flowers, a ...