One Bush, Years of Berries: The Right Way to Grow Blueberries at Home
Blueberries are one of the most rewarding fruits to grow at home. With the right variety, the right soil, and a little patience, a single healthy bush can produce fresh …
Grow Your Own Fresh Ginger at Home From One Grocery-Store Root
Ginger is easy to grow, incredibly useful, and one of the most satisfying plants to start at home. You don’t need a large garden. You don’t need special equipment. In …
The Three Biggest Watering Mistakes for Hydrangeas
(This article requires about one minute to read in its entirety) Hydrangeas are generally easy to grow, but watering them correctly can make the difference between healthy, colorful blooms and …
9 Plants You Should Leave Standing for Birds in Winter
That “dead” patch in your garden may be the busiest bird feeder you have. Once frost strips the color from the yard, seed heads, dry stalks, pods, and berry clusters …
Don’t Pitch Your Basil Flowers: Here’s 8 Ways to Use Them
When basil starts sending up flower spikes, many gardeners reach for the scissors. That makes sense if your only goal is to keep producing large, tender leaves. But those little …
Don’t Ignore White Mushrooms in Your Yard: What They Mean and How to Deal With Them
White mushrooms can seem alarming when they suddenly appear in your lawn, garden beds, or mulch. They may look harmless, but some wild mushrooms can be poisonous. The good news …
15 Natural Ways to Keep Deer Out of Your Fall Garden
Fall is a wonderful time to grow cool-season crops such as kale, lettuce, spinach, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, and herbs. Unfortunately, deer enjoy many of these same plants. As temperatures drop, …
20 Fussy Plants People Keep Buying—Even Though They’re Hard to Keep Alive
These 20 popular plants are beautiful, widely sold, and surprisingly hard to keep alive. Learn why they are fussy—and what they actually need to thrive.
Should You Cut Back Peonies After They Bloom? Here’s the Answer
Should you cut back peonies after they bloom? Learn what to deadhead, what to leave alone, and when to cut peony foliage for healthier plants and better blooms next year.
11 Flower Seeds to Sow in August for a Head Start on Spring
Start planning next year’s garden now with these 11 flowers to sow or start in August. Get practical tips for pansies, foxgloves, sweet William, columbine, lupines, poppies, and more.