How to Transfer Plants Indoors for the Winter
Houseplants can be finicky. This is because when they grow in a pot, they don’t get the same interaction with other species or the same […]
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Houseplants can be finicky. This is because when they grow in a pot, they don’t get the same interaction with other species or the same […]
Continue reading »There’s a lot of information out there, including on this site with a list of gardening tasks to complete in a particular month or ahead […]
Continue reading »It’s hard to overestimate the benefits of a cover crop for your garden. In addition to replenishing soil nitrogen, cover crops also provide habitat for […]
Continue reading »Saving seeds from this year’s crop can save you money and hassle when buying seeds for next year’s garden. It’s also a practice that can […]
Continue reading »With cooler weather ahead, harvesting and clearing your beds should be on your fall agenda. Even though your garden may not be actively fruiting during […]
Continue reading »Most potted plants, whether they live indoors or outdoors, require a certain level of maintenance. Even succulents, air plants, and other plants that you may […]
Continue reading »In a recent article in the New York Times, longtime florist Jenny Rose Carey stated that when it comes to flowers, “September is the new […]
Continue reading »Some people keep a few houseplants at home just to add color or a bit of nature to the interior. But houseplants can have a […]
Continue reading »Whether you’ve planted your yard entirely with native grasses and other ground cover plants, or you’re maintaining a traditional turf lawn, there are certain types […]
Continue reading »Houseplants bring joy. They add a splash of life and color to any interior space, and with the right selection and care, they can thrive […]
Continue reading »In many types of landscape design, diversity is key. Decisions are made on the basis of creating areas of different heights, colors and textures. Cleft […]
Continue reading »As the weather heats up in late summer and you do your best to shelter from the heat, it’s easy to forget some of the […]
Continue reading »In many places in North America, this is the time of year when zucchini and tomatoes begin to bloom and bear fruit. Gardeners are interested […]
Continue reading »While we’re not the biggest fans of traditional green grass lawns , we know that such a longstanding norm of American homeownership won’t disappear overnight. […]
Continue reading »You may have planted in the spring, but that doesn’t mean your garden is done. In fact, now is a good time to do maintenance […]
Continue reading »Perennials have earned a place in the hearts and yards of people who like to have foliage around but don’t have to spend time planting […]
Continue reading »If you think you’ve waited too long to get your garden up and running this year, or if, like me, you live in a place […]
Continue reading »When we decorate our homes, we tend to focus on the areas we can reach. This is partly because if you don’t have one of […]
Continue reading »Love your hydrangeas but want to see how they would look in a different color? Depending on the variety, you can change their color yourself. […]
Continue reading »After decades of suggesting that the right lawn should be one type of uniformly green and freshly cut grass, people are realizing that there are […]
Continue reading »When we think of plants that attract pollinating insects, flowers with stamens, pistils, and visible pollen come to mind. But not everyone lives in an […]
Continue reading »The lawn occupies a fascinating niche in American culture. The most grown crop in the country , this patch of grass in front of your […]
Continue reading »If you live in an area with slugs, you know that they can be a major nuisance in the garden. Nothing will ruin your carefully […]
Continue reading »Every adult in their social circle has at least one “lawn lover” and there’s a reason why “lawn people” are so obsessed: there are few […]
Continue reading »You really can’t get on the internet without coming across lists of the top 17 or 25 mosquito repellent plants, or mosquito repellent plants that […]
Continue reading »When you notice unwanted grass living free in your flower beds, you might be tempted to spray some weed killer to treat the area. And […]
Continue reading »Whether you’re trying to bring some freshness with houseplants or spruce up your porch or patio, the planter you use can make all the difference. […]
Continue reading »The very idea that some naturally green-fingered people are better at growing plants than others makes me think that gardening is more about luck than […]
Continue reading »When it comes to caring for plants, the focus is on making sure they get enough sunlight and water. But even if this is the […]
Continue reading »When you’re working in your garden or yard, you’d expect to get a little dirty, given that you’re probably working with real dirt. You can […]
Continue reading »Wildflowers bring a lot of color to your garden, and there are more varieties than you might think. And besides being beautiful, wildflowers attract pollinators […]
Continue reading »With temperatures rising in many places, turf season has officially begun, and a fight looms ahead to keep the grass from turning brown in the […]
Continue reading »I used to laugh at my grandparents because they both hated squirrels so much that they went to comically great pains to keep them away […]
Continue reading »While fresh basil is now available in supermarkets all year round, it’s not the same as being able to go out into your backyard (or […]
Continue reading »Snakes often help control pests like mice in our gardens, but you probably don’t like the idea of encountering a venomous snake in your yard […]
Continue reading »For those who love to cook, having your own herb garden is a game changer. Not only is it very convenient to have all these […]
Continue reading »While our elementary school science classes may have taught us the basics about seeds and how to plant them, if you started gardening as an […]
Continue reading »Planning your garden can be a daunting task when it comes to weighing both form and function, but you don’t have to choose between a […]
Continue reading »For those new to composting, figuring out what goes in and what goes in can be a daunting task. And if you’re into composting, chances […]
Continue reading »Have you ever looked at a plant tag at your local garden center and wondered if it said something like “Zone 5-9”? This number refers […]
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