Dividing perennials is one of the easiest ways to get more plants for free, but timing and technique matter. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how to divide and transplant perennials in spring without losing them.
Starting a garden doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. Gardening expert Madison Moulton walks through the five steps to getting your first garden in the ground this spring, with practical advice for keeping it simple.
A late spring frost can undo weeks of work overnight. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares practical ways to protect transplants, seedlings, and tender crops when cold weather catches you off guard.
April is when most lawns start growing again in earnest, and a little attention now tends to pay off for the rest of the season. Gardening expert Madison Moulton walks through the tasks that matter most this month, from the first mow to weed prevention.
If you plant blue flowers, bees will visit them. But there’s much more you can do to bring in bees! If you want a bee garden, use a few specific techniques to draw them in and even help them stay there. Experienced gardener and master naturalist Sarah Jay discusses how to attract bees to your garden with blue hues and more.
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.
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.
If you’re not sure about timing, don't prune! March is typically the end of late-winter pruning for growers in most regions. However, not all plants require late-winter to early-spring pruning. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay discusses five plants you should wait to prune.
You don't need a sprawling backyard to capture the charm of a cottage garden. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how to recreate that abundant, overflowing look using pots and containers on a patio, balcony, or small outdoor space.
Neem oil is one of the most popular organic pest treatments for good reason, but using it incorrectly can cause more harm than the pests you're trying to get rid of. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains common neem oil mistakes and how to avoid them.
February can be brutal for backyard birds dealing with cold temperatures and limited food sources before spring arrives. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares five practical ways to support birds through late winter.
Seeds that fail to germinate are frustrating, but the cause is usually one of a few common issues with straightforward fixes. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains why seeds don't sprout and what to do about it.