Durable Raised Beds for Years of Harvests

Flowers

7 Shade Flowers That Bloom All Summer Long

Can flowers in the shade bloom all summer? Yes, they certainly can! There are plenty of perennials that show off in summer, even where full sun isn’t present. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay has seven of the most stunning shade flowers you can grow in your garden this year.

Fruits

5 Fast-Growing Fruit Trees to Plant in March

Soil Building

Why Your Potting Soil Keeps Killing Plants (5 Red Flags to Watch For)

If your potted plants keep dying, don’t assume you have a black thumb. Your potting soil may be the problem. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains the potting soil red flags to look out for.

Ornamental Gardens

7 Spring Lawn Care Mistakes That Cause Brown Patches All Summer

When you’re looking forward to a green lawn to enjoy all summer, it’s incredibly frustrating to notice brown patches popping up. Unfortunately, a lot of the mistakes that cause these patches start in spring. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains what to avoid.

Edible

The Hardening Off Schedule That Guarantees Strong Tomato Plants

To help them grow strong and healthy, harden off tomato plants for a couple of weeks before planting them out. Unless you live in a frost-free zone, this step is a requirement. Set up your schedule with experienced gardener, Sarah Jay.

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Supertunia ‘Tiara Blue’

Supertunias are beloved for their prolific blooming, and 'Tiara Blue' is no different. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how to grow these beautiful blue blooms.

Gardening Tips

Prune These 7 Plants in March or Lose Your Summer Blooms

Sometimes it’s hard to know when to prune plants. March is a good time for pruning some, but not all. But skipping a pruning session in late winter or early spring can limit blooming in summer. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay covers seven plants that need pruning now to bloom again in summer.

Gardening Tips

5 Simple Plant Swaps That Will Double Your Garden’s Pollinator Population

This spring, make a few pollinator plant swaps and watch the garden hum with visits from bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and more. If you’re unsure which swaps to make, don’t worry. Experienced gardener and Master Naturalist, Sarah Jay, covers five easy ones to make now.

Fruits

Planting Strawberries in March: 7 Tricks for a Fruitful Patch

Planting strawberries can be incredibly rewarding with the right start. March is a great time to plant, setting you up for a delicious harvest later in the year. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares tricks to get it right.

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for ‘Rozanne’ Geraniums

If you need a clumping perennial to bloom and show off in your garden from spring through summer, plant and grow a ‘Rozanne’ geranium plant. This award winner is perfect as a ground cover, in borders, or simply planted in a hanging basket. Learn how to grow it from experienced gardener, Sarah Jay.

Vegetables

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for ‘Sugar Magnolia’ Snap Peas

If you love the sweetness of a snap pea in early spring, grow ‘Sugar Magnolia’ snap peas in your garden this year. This vigorous and visually interesting pea is a perfect addition to gardens in basically every part of North America. Experienced gardener and lover of ‘Sugar Magnolia’, Sarah Jay discusses the ins and outs of growing this pea here.

Edible

Feed Your Family on a Budget With These 11 Garden Plants

If you want to save money and have delicious, fresh food at the same time, growing your own food is the answer. Gardening expert Madison Moulton lists the crops you should grow if you want to feed your family on a budget.