Are dandelions the pesky pests we believe they are? Or, are they beneficial for the garden and the surrounding ecosystems? The answer lies somewhere in between the two extremes. Join native plant gardener Jerad Bryant in tackling these seven dandelion myths.
If you've been gardening for a while, you've doubtlessly heard about the importance of growing native plants. If you've wondered how native plants actually help the environment, we have the info you're looking for. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to talk about the benefits of growing native plants in your garden.
Chickens are a fantastic addition to your backyard or homestead. They tend to get into trouble with certain plants, though. Chicken owner and gardener Melissa Strauss has some plants to share that you should absolutely keep out of your chickens' foraging space.
The sun is shining, the birds are singing, it's June, and it's prime time for gardening! Whether growing season is in full swing in your region, or just getting started, gardening expert Melissa Strauss has ideas about what you can plant this month for a bounty of late summer flowers and veggies.
Temperatures are warming, bees are buzzing, and the garden is growing! The month of June is perfect for harvesting, mowing, and watering. Check these nine tasks off your summer checklist to keep the garden blooming and flourishing.
Plant hardiness zones help determine how long your growing season is and which plants you can grow. Put simply, it’s an average of the lowest temperatures during the year. Though it’s a helpful metric, there’s a lot that a hardiness zone doesn’t tell you!
Looking to support butterflies in ways beyond planting flowers and milkweed? Join native plant gardener Briana Yablonski to learn underrated butterfly host plants that will help butterfly populations thrive.
Social media is packed with viral videos showing plant cuttings sprouting from potatoes, supposedly an easy propagation method anyone can try. Garden expert Madison Moulton examines whether this unusual technique actually works to separate viral gardening myths from propagation reality.
Rooting petunias in water is a simple way to create more of the vigorous flowering annuals. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores how to root the summertime favorites in water so we’ll soon have new transplants to infill the display.
If you have a favorite rose, cuttings allow you to propagate the variety for more free plants. Though the rooting process is relatively straightforward, you may hit some snags along the way. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant to see why your rose cuttings are dying and learn how to save them.
Chickens need a varied diet to produce the healthiest eggs and keep their fine feathers looking healthy. Chicken mama Melissa Strauss has some plants you can grow for your birds to snack on.
The irreplaceable flavor of fresh basil makes it a must-have in summer gardens. However, overzealous gardeners often get a few things wrong when tending to this popular herb. Farmer Briana Yablonski shares some common basil mistakes to avoid this year.