Just in time for Halloween, let’s revel in illuminated novelties that set the garden a-glow. Sure to charm fairies and budding scientists, too, gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores the modern marvels of plants with glowing qualities.
It's pumpkin time, and we have some fun and unique varieties for you to look for this year. Pumpkins come in many shapes, colors, and sizes. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has some exciting types to check out, and see if you can find them at your local pumpkin patch!
Raised beds don’t need to be complicated or expensive. If you are lacking tools or construction skills, this simple 3-Minute Raised Bed could revolutionize your garden with minimal effort. Garden expert Logan Hailey explains the fastest steps to set up this all-in-one kit without any tools or previous experience!
While many plants benefit from a good fall cutback as they prepare for winter, some perennials are better left standing. They bring winter insulation, forage for birds and wildlife, shelter for pollinators, and unique attributes for lasting seasonal interest. Explore which perennials should not be cut back this fall with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
When cool weather and short days cause leaves to drop and plants to fade, many gardeners grab their tools and start cleaning up the fall garden. But is this necessary? Join gardener Briana Yablonski to learn which materials you should leave and which you should remove.
Did you grow the biggest pumpkin of your gardening career this year? Were your delicata squash particularly beautiful? Are you just looking to spend less money on seeds next year? There are many reasons why you may want to save squash seeds for next year’s garden. The process is simple and rewarding. Plant biologist Emily Estep will walk you through the steps and provide 7 pro tips.
Shortening days and chilly nights ensure thousands of leaves fall throughout North America. This natural process is a lovely spectacle, as trees turn red, brown, orange, and yellow before they drop their leaves. With all those leaves in your yard, you may be wondering how to deal with them. Wonder no more! Join backyard gardener Jerad Bryant in turning fall leaves into garden gold.
Winter blooming plants create unique, fragrant flowers that open up when most other species are dormant. Most winter bloomers need short days and long nights to produce the most flowers, meaning you’ll have to emulate these conditions if they don’t exist. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant and learn the special care techniques these 9 species need to flower.
Whether we’re making haste to beat cold weather or looking to infill a bare patch in the garden bed, plants that grow quickly from seed accomplish wonders. Superfast growers yield blooms and harvests in a delightfully quick turnaround. Enjoy the rewards of fast-growing flowers and vegetables with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Fall is a pivotal time in the life of a lawn. Like many other plants, grasses actively develop roots in the mild seasonal respite before entering winter survival mode. Fall is also prime for reseeding, laying new turf, and tending to established lawns. With gardening expert Katherine Rowe, set your lawn up for success by implementing a few fall protocols.
There’s a surprising amount of work to be done in the fall garden, not only to set the stage for the best spring ever but also to protect your perennials, soil, and local wildlife through the coldest months of the year. It’s easy to make a mistake or two, especially after an exhausting summer of keeping track of all your plants. Plant biologist Emily Estep will help you steer clear of pitfalls by listing 11 fall-gardening mistakes to avoid.
As we excitedly plant and enjoy time outside this season, roots are busy growing and developing before winter’s turn. To sustain a healthy garden that overwinters heartily, plants need adequate moisture heading into frost. Explore when and how to water before the first frost with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.