Basics

Whether you're new to gardening or experienced, everyone needs some gardening basics to get going!

In this category, you'll find a wealth of information that spans a wide number of topics. From seed starting to grow bag gardening, pruning tips to raised bed tricks, you'll find the fundamentals of gardening awaiting you here.

While it's optimized towards new gardeners, even a pro can find useful tips in our Basics category. We all need to get back to basics sometimes, and there are always useful tools and tips that other gardeners have developed along the way to add to your own practices.

Our Basics category can inspire you to new gardening heights, too. Those who have experience with in-ground planting can learn about other techniques such as raised beds or vertical gardening.

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Gardening Tips

7 Things To Know Before Buying A Greenhouse

When you ask gardeners what their dream garden looks like, a greenhouse is usually involved. These classic structures open up a world of growing possibilities, especially for those in colder climates. From lush tropical plants to effortless seed starting, there are many reasons to want one.

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11 Tips for Organizing Your Greenhouse

Does your greenhouse feel like a chaotic mess? Are you starting a new greenhouse from a blank slate? An organizational strategy can help you create the most efficient and beautiful indoor growing space possible. Former organic farmer and greenhouse grower Logan Hailey offers 11 incredible tips for planning and organizing your greenhouse.

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9 Plants to Propagate in Fall

Do you want to start new plants from your already existing ones? Do you want to save certain plants to replant the following spring? Fall propagation can help you achieve both. Certified master gardener Laura Elsner will walk you through nine plants that can be propagated in the fall.

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10 Ways to Spend Less Time Weeding

No one wants to spend hours on their hands and knees yanking weeds from the garden. This back-breaking work isn’t only tedious but also takes up valuable time you could devote to planting, harvesting, or smelling the flowers. Gardening expert Logan Hailey explains ten ways to spend less time weeding your garden!

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Myth or Truth: Will Ivy Destroy the Exterior of Your Home?

Thinking of planting some ivy or buying a home with ivy-covered walls? Have you heard horror stories about aggressive climbing vines burrowing into bricks and siding? In this article, landscape designer Liz Jaros examines the controversy surrounding exterior ivy, takes a closer look at the most common varieties, and offers suggestions for preventing damage to your home.

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11 Steps to a Pet-Friendly Garden

With a bit of extra backyard space, you can create a garden that is not only safe for your pets to roam, but is created with their needs in mind. Gardening expert and owner of five dogs, Madison Moulton provides 11 tips to help you start a pet-friendly garden.