When it comes to planting pollinator flowers, March is a great time to get started. Whether you’re growing them from seed, or you have transplants to place in established beds, this time is optimal for helping them establish strong root systems and supporting pollinators through summer and into fall. Master Naturalist, Sarah Jay, covers 7 of the best ones to plant now.
It’s a good practice to annually check every dahlia tuber. February is ideal for this, as it’s partway through winter and moving swiftly toward spring. There are things to look out for in this process, and experienced gardener Sarah Jay covers them here.
With their beautiful colors, forms, and scents, it’s easy to see why people want to grow romantic roses at home. There are plenty of low-maintenance options for growers with limited time, as well as those that require more attention. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay discusses the most fascinating ones here.
Zinnias germinate quickly in warm soil but sulk or rot in cool conditions, making timing crucial for direct sowing success. Gardening expert Madison Moulton breaks down the best sowing windows by USDA hardiness zone.
Spring comes with flowers, and for early blooms, February sowing is necessary! Save some room in your seed starting area for lovely blooms, and you won’t regret it. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay covers 9 flowers to start this month for a flourishing spring.
Snowdrops naturalize beautifully when divided and replanted while still in leaf, creating sweeping drifts of early spring blooms. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains the best time to divide snowdrops and how to replant them for a meadow effect.
Orchid care needs shift throughout the year as light, temperature, and growth patterns change with the seasons. Gardening expert Madison Moulton provides month-by-month guidance for keeping your orchids healthy and blooming through every season.
Not all orchids demand bright light and sunny spaces year-round. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares five orchid types that thrive in lower light conditions, making them perfect for rooms that don't get intense sun or for growers working with limited natural brightness.
Orchids are incredibly diverse! Reviving them may seem like a challenge, but it’s relatively easy to bring the common hybrids back from the brink of death. In less than 30 days, turn your orchids from struggling, dead sticks into stunning, blooming plants.
Not all orchids are created equal when it comes to scent. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares nine fragrant varieties that fill rooms with perfume, from coconut and chocolate to citrus and spice.
That sad-looking orchid sitting on your windowsill might not be as doomed as you think. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how to tell if your orchid is truly dead or just resting between bloom cycles, and what you can do to encourage reblooming.
Planting a garden in a coastal region has its challenges, but there are some wonderful flowers that thrive in this environment. Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss for some beautiful cultivars that love the beach as much as you do!