8 Free Flower Seeds to Collect in Early September (Before They Disappear)
Eight flowers are handing out free seeds in early September. Learn the exact signs of ripeness and how to collect, dry, and store each one.
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7 September Dahlia Care Tasks for More Flowers Until Frost
September dahlias often look tired just when the rest of the garden needs them most. Stems lean, spent blooms hide among fresh buds, and one dry week can slow the …
How to Propagate a Christmas Cactus in September (Without Ruining Its Holiday Blooms)
September can be a smart time to multiply a holiday cactus—but it comes with one important catch. Every cutting removes a stem tip, and those tips are where winter flowers …
15 Scents Gardeners Use to Discourage Squirrels and Chipmunks
Squirrels and chipmunks can turn a garden into a breakfast buffet before you finish your coffee. Fortunately, their keen noses can sometimes work in your favor. The most useful scent …
Why Gardeners Put a Coffee Filter in the Bottom of a Flowerpot
Water a freshly planted pot and you may see more than water land in the saucer. Loose potting mix can wash through a large drainage hole, leaving a muddy ring …
Stop Wasting Your Sage Leaves: 8 Smart Ways to Use and Preserve Them
Put extra sage leaves to work with eight practical ideas, from crispy fried sage and brown butter to safe freezing, drying, and herb vinegar.
How to Get a Christmas Cactus to Bloom for the Holidays
September may feel too early to think about holiday flowers, but this is when the countdown begins for Christmas and Thanksgiving cacti. These plants do not suddenly decide to bloom …
Garden Centers Call These 15 Plants “Low-Maintenance”—They’re Anything But
The plants most likely to steal your Saturday rarely look demanding at the garden center. They sit in tidy rows, covered in flowers, with tags promising “easy care,” “tough,” “drought …
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 …
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 …