Ah, spring! Time to check the seed catalogs, join the throngs at the plant center, and consider the environment.

The snowdrops are lovely, but not a reliable promise of an early spring. (Chris Jennings Photo)

Catching up with federal government plans to plant two billion trees over the next ten years.

Some thoughtful gift ideas for the gardeners in your life — from gardening gear to bags of dirt!

Why a notebook is a great addition to any gardening toolkit .. and remembering Novembers past.

Peter Gribble continues his walking tour of West End gardens.

Another stroll through West End gardens with Pots & Plants columnist Peter Gribble.

Columnist Peter Gribble takes a guided tour of some West End gardens.

From dandelions to morning-glory, urban gardening is sometimes outright war.

Expanding the neighborhood, one native plant at a time.

Slow down, relax, and enjoy your garden oasis no matter how small or unfinished it is.

Vertical gardening doesn’t require a warehouse — your balcony will do.