Are you crushing on that stunning poinsettia you picked up for the season and want to propagate? Gardening expert Melissa Strauss explores whether you can grow these plants from seed and what other possibilities there are for propagating it.
It's almost time to hang those stockings by the chimney with care. Do you need some stuffers for the plant-loving partner, plant daddy, or landscape lady in your life? We've got you covered! Here are 15 garden-related gifts that are just the right size for that mantle sock!
Winter weather changes don't only affect outdoor plants. Your houseplants need some special consideration during the colder months, too. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has some tips for keeping your indoor garden in tip-top shape this winter.
Hydrangeas are tough shrubs with roots that tolerate cold temperatures, but you don't want to risk losing precious growth over the winter. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has some tips for protecting your shrubs from the cold so that they will look better than ever next spring.
Evergreens shine in December, holding down a foundation of foliage amongst their dormant, deciduous neighbors. Some require little to no pruning, but others can use some shaping. Join Melissa Strauss to find out if December is a good time to do that pruning.
It may be chilly now, but spring will be here before you know it, and along with it comes planting time. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to discuss direct sowing seeds in your spring garden.
We wish you a merry Christmas cactus season! It's getting to be that time again, and you might be wondering if there are any ways to boost your plant's blooming power. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares the best time and manner of fertilizing to get the best performance from your flowering succulent.
Starting your seeds indoors can help put you ahead of the curve in spring. Here are some tips on getting your seeds started indoors in the coming months.
Bees are vital to a thriving garden. But, some of our fall and spring habits can make your space inhospitable for them to overwinter in. Gardener and beekeeper Melissa Strauss shares ways that you can help important pollinator populations stick around and stay safe during the cold winter months.
It's time to give that Christmas cactus center stage, and you want it to look its very best. If you've discovered that the foliage is changing colors, you might get a little nervous. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss tells you when leaf color changes are a bad thing and when they're nothing to worry about.
Are you an Idaho gardener hoping to add some native wildflowers to your space? Wildflowers are integral to feeding many local pollinators, birds, and other small animals. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares some beautiful Idaho natives to add to your garden.
If you're looking for a tough, low-maintenance shrub with an extra-long blooming time, abelia is a great option! Gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares how to care for a stunning variety, 'Ruby Anniversary,' in this growing guide.