California is the third largest state and top agricultural producer in America, but it includes a huge diversity of landscapes. Former organic Farmer Logan Hailey explains the diversity of growing zones in California and what plants you can grow in the Golden State.
The Chelsea chop is a method of pruning perennials used to delay or extend the flowering season, but can you simply chop all your perennials and get these results? Some plants benefit greatly from this method, while others suffer or it isn’t conducive to their growing habit. Join organic farmer Jenna Rich as she goes through 15 plants that benefit from the Chelsea chop.
Are you tired of dragging the lawnmower out of the garage or handing over cash to your local landscaper? Then replace your traditional lawn with a no-mow alternative! Briana Yablonski covers nine lawn options that thrive without a regular mow.
The limbo land between winter and spring is a perfect time for pruning, preparing, and propagating. Garden expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey digs into 15 essential February garden tasks to lay the groundwork for a thriving season.
Winter may not be over, but there is a lot you can plant before spring! February is the perfect time to direct sow cold-hardy greens and start warm-weather crops indoors. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey digs into the best things to plant in February.
Cover crops can dramatically reduce weed pressure, improve soil fertility, and protect your most valuable garden resource from blowing away in the off-season. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey digs into how to reap these benefits.
Garden design brings a world of creative discovery where art meets nature and human connection. Designing your next garden is achievable, especially when you know the design basics to guide you in creating a space that’s inviting, practical, thriving, and reflective of your design style. Explore landscape design basics with garden designer Katherine Rowe to gather inspiration for your next beautiful garden.
Instead of counting down the days until your last frost date, you can get a headstart on your garden with these innovative strategies. Even if the weather is still frigid and rainy, you’ll be surprised how much you can grow in the month before spring officially begins.
As the winter solstice approaches, you might be surprised to learn that there are some benefits to a layer of snow for your garden. Garden expert Kelli Klein walks you through some reasons why you might want to wish for a snowy winter.
Are you wondering how to harden off seedlings and ease their transition to the outdoors? Join vegetable farmer Briana Yablonski as she shares seven tips for successfully hardening off seedlings.
If you’re confused about the sunlight requirements for your plants, rest assured that you aren’t the only one. While full sun and direct sun are sometimes used interchangeably, they have a few nuances. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains how you can optimize plants’ light exposure to ensure happy, healthy leaves.
When you’re starting a new garden or have grown to a size where an irrigation system is necessary for success, you must decide which type of system you’ll choose. Join organic farmer Jenna Rich as she shares what she’s learned about overhead watering and if it is, in fact, bad for plants.