Snails and Slugs: What’s The Difference?
All gardeners see them, but what are the difference between them? Sarah Jay explores the differences between snail vs slug. Knowing the difference will help better control them in the garden.
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How to Identify and Control Snails and Slugs
While they're common in gardens, many don't know much about snails. Is a snail an insect pest or something else? What's the difference between a snail and a slug? How do we stop snails from eating our plants? Expert Sarah Jay explores this topic.
7 Natural Pest Control Hacks That Will Save Your Garden
The best natural pest control doesn’t require chemicals. It’s more about mechanical and cultural conditions than it is about spraying pests as you notice them. If you’re wondering how to keep insect pests at bay in your garden, experienced gardener Sarah Jay has seven tips to help you out.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Rockapulco® Impatiens
If you want to grow rose-like blooms without the same level of commitment, Rockapulco® impatiens are a great option. These annuals are perfect in spring and summer gardens, and thrive in the shade. Experienced gardener, Sarah Jay, discusses how to cultivate them here.
7 Slug-Resistant Hosta Varieties for Spring
If you have a moist, shady garden, hostas can be difficult to grow. This spring, throw in a few slug-resistant hosta varieties to keep the snails and slugs away. Including these will divert those pesky dudes to leaf litter and weeds where they belong. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay covers seven varieties with slug-repelling properties.
Spring Garden Pests Are Coming. Here’s How to Stop Them Early
The best time to deal with spring garden pests is before you see damage. Gardening expert Madison Moulton covers the most common early-season pests and shares practical strategies for keeping them under control.
February Dahlia Tuber Check-In: Signs of Trouble to Watch For
It’s a good practice to annually check every dahlia tuber. February is ideal for this, as it’s partway through winter and moving swiftly toward spring. There are things to look out for in this process, and experienced gardener Sarah Jay covers them here.
How to Care for Foxtail Ferns in Fall and Winter
Foxtail ferns are bushy, dense, and gorgeous! Their green fronds decorate gardens in warm climates, and they’re stunning when they arch out of containers and planters. Give these perennials the right care this season so they survive the cold months to come.
How to Create a Log Pile Habitat for Wildlife in Your Yard
Clean and pristine gardens leave little room for wildlife. Help the local critters in your neighborhood by leaving dead wood for them to inhabit—all kinds of animals, from birds to bugs, frequent these woody habitats. Join native plant gardener Jerad Bryant to learn how to create a log pile habitat in your yard.
Inviting Fireflies to the Garden: It Starts in Fall!
Did you catch the magic of fireflies in the garden this summer? If so, support them all year with easy steps in fall (including less end-of-season maintenance). If you missed them, measures to increase garden biodiversity may help lure them. Not only flashy, but they also bring predatory and pollinator benefits. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores how to invite fireflies to the garden with a foundation this fall.
Garden Pests Hate This One Spicy Trick
Gardening gives rise to inventive techniques, many of which come from longstanding home methods! This trick is one of those, and it’s especially useful for deterring pests from bird seed. Discover what garden pests hate alongside seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
How and When to Cut Back Hostas
Hostas are hardy perennials that illuminate shady areas with their structural, multi-toned foliage. Long-lived, the tough plants need little maintenance to thrive. Part of their best care is promoting winter-readiness, including pruning at the right time. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores when to cut back hostas for seasons of recurrent interest.