How to Design a Sensory Garden
A sensory garden utilizes all five basic senses to engage the visitor in unique ways. Horticultural expert Sarah Jay talks about concepts for designing these spaces!
What Plant Containers Are Best For Container Gardens?
Not sure what type of containers to use in your container garden this season? There are many choices to choose from, so it can be difficult to pick if you don't know where to start. In this article, Certified Master Gardener Laura Elsner shares everything you need to know about picking the right containers for your container garden this season.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Lilacs in Your Garden
Are you planning on growing lilacs this season, but aren't quite sure where to start? Lilacs are a popular shrub that can survive and thrive in many different hardiness zones. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros walks through how to plant, grow, and care for Lilacs in your garden space.
Corten Steel: Is It Safe For Gardens?
Corten steel looks fantastic, but is it safe for garden use? Horticultural expert Sarah Jay explores all elements of using corten steel in the garden!
18 Cover Crops For Raised Beds
Selecting cover crops for raised beds shouldn't be a chore. We break down a variety of these and help you pick what's best for your beds!
A Complete Guide to Japanese Zen Gardens
A Japanese zen garden provides a beautiful, relaxing space perfect for meditation, reflection, or simply enjoyment. Horticultural expert Sarah Jay discusses their design!
Are Coffee Grounds Good or Bad For Tomato Plants?
Trying to figure out if you should put some coffee grounds on your tomatoes in your garden this season, but aren't sure if coffee grounds are good or bad for tomatoes? In this article, suburban homesteader and gardening expert Merideth Cohrs examines if coffee grounds are safe for tomatoes, or if there are other alternatives.
28 Spinach Companion Plants To Grow With Spinach
Spinach is a vegetable garden staple for many gardeners. But companion planting successfully can be the difference between bountiful yield and a wasted harvest. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey looks at her favorite spinach companion plants, as well as what you should never plant with spinach.
How to Use Floating Row Covers for Temperature and Pest Control
Floating row covers can be used to maintain consistent temperatures, reduce pest pressures, and so much more. In this expert guide, Sarah Jay explains their many uses and how to make the most of row covers in your garden.
31 Strawberry Companion Plants To Grow
Companion planting can be a critical part of any garden's success. So, if you are planting strawberries this season, luckily, you have plenty of options to companion plant with your strawberries. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey examines her favorite plants to plant with strawberries!
Wheelchair Accessible Garden Design Using Raised Beds
People with limited mobility may want to plan for wheelchair accessible garden beds. Horticultural expert Sarah Jay explores accessibility in your bed design!
Lomi Compost: Reviewing the Lomi Composter
The Lomi is a device that produces "Lomi compost". But is it actually compost, and what does this device do? We provide an unbiased review!