Why would a gardener let their fall flowers go to seed rather than deadheading them? There are plenty of reasons for doing so, from providing habitat to including them in your holiday decorating. In this article, gardening expert Sarah Jay explains why you may want to let your flowers go to seed this year.
In this article, Master Naturalist Sarah Jay explains the life cycle of hoverflies and how to usher them into the garden space. Included is a list of plants you can incorporate to be a great host for these pollinator and pest control powerhouses.
Seed saving is something our ancestors had to do to survive. Today, you don’t have to worry about it like they did, but you’ll learn a lot by practicing good seed-saving techniques. We cover those here!
Tired of caterpillars ravaging your garden every summer? Meet your secret allies: parasitic wasps. These tiny warriors target caterpillars, leafhoppers, aphids, and more by laying their eggs within pests. Learn how to attract them to your garden through our guide on their life cycle, preferred plants, and food sources, ensuring they stay to protect your garden from unwanted visitors.
Are you wondering what El Niño means for the weather in your region and your garden? There can be many different impacts, depending on your geographic location and local microclimate. In this article, gardening expert Sarah Jay outlines what you can expect, and how to prepare.
Curious to learn more about carrot vernalization and if it can benefit your carrot crops this season? In this article, gardening expert Sarah Jay walks through the entire process, as well as how to do it the right way.
Low on space but want to grow food? Check out these awesome square foot garden ideas and turn efficiency & beauty into self sufficiency.
Dahlias come in many shapes and colors, and add style to a space. They make excellent garden bulbs and cut flowers. Sarah Jay will guide through the steps on how to grow dahlias in your garden.
Drainage is essential to understand if you want a healthy, thriving garden. Learn why drainage is important and 5 ways you can improve drainage in your raised beds in this guide from horticultural expert Sarah Jay.
Do you know how to use a seedling heat mat the right way? Horticultural expert Sarah Jay will walk you through when, where, and how to use one of these tools properly!
There are many types of marigolds that we think are necessities in the garden. Our list should inspire you to broaden your marigold horizons!
Spinach is one of the most rewarding crops with tons of applications. Check out our list of 40 types of spinach to see which is best for you!