If you love the sweetness of a snap pea in early spring, grow ‘Sugar Magnolia’ snap peas in your garden this year. This vigorous and visually interesting pea is a perfect addition to gardens in basically every part of North America. Experienced gardener and lover of ‘Sugar Magnolia’, Sarah Jay discusses the ins and outs of growing this pea here.
If you want to save money and have delicious, fresh food at the same time, growing your own food is the answer. Gardening expert Madison Moulton lists the crops you should grow if you want to feed your family on a budget.
If you want to include Iceland poppy varieties in your garden this year, now is the time to get them planted. There are multiple colors and sizes to choose from, and all are lovely additions. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay outlines five of the most interesting varieties here.
Growing flowers for your wedding is a great way to save money, but it’s also tricky to time correctly. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains everything you need to consider to grow your own wedding flowers.
If you want to grow an ornamental that does all the work of an edible, minus the edibility, grow ‘Summer Beauty’ allium. This lovely onion relative offers the garden beautiful blooms at the height of summer, and perennializes in a wide range. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay walks you through how to grow it.
Have you ever tried growing heirloom tulips? These varieties have been passed down and grown over multiple generations. Most are unique additions to your garden, whether it’s in large in-ground beds, or in containers. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay highlights seven of the most interesting varieties here.
For a spring through fall peachy-orange profusion, grow ‘Totally Tangerine’ geum! This lovely herbaceous perennial is a stunning addition to rock gardens and cottage gardens alike. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay talks about how to cultivate this cute plant.
Cascade hydrangeas are a relatively new type with a wonderful growth habit and beautiful blooms. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains the origins of these hybrids and how to keep them happy in your garden.
A border that looks full and lush by summer starts with seeds sown in March. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares flowers to start from seed now that will spill, spread, and fill your garden edges with color all season long.
If you want spikes of sky blue flowers atop drought-tolerant pollinator plants, grow Salvia azurea, commonly referred to as blue sage. This lovely plant thrives in some of the harshest conditions, blooming through multiple seasons. Experienced gardener and Master Naturalist Sarah Jay provides tips on how to grow this generous plant.
Because there are so many, it’s hard to know what the best native plants are for year-round interest. However, it’s worth taking time to add a few to your garden. It benefits you and your local ecosystem. Master naturalist Sarah Jay discusses seven of the best ones that improve the garden all year long.
March is the perfect time to get seeds in the ground (or in trays) for a garden that looks full and productive by early summer. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares 13 plants to start from seed in March for fast, impressive results.