One of the most common ferns across the US, Matteuccia struthiopteris is an ideal plant for shade gardens. Gardening expert Madison Moulton gives tips on how to plant, grow, and, most importantly, harvest these beautiful leafy plants.
A remarkably versatile succulent, Portulaca grandiflora is a gardener’s dream. It can have many different uses, and thrives in a number of different climates. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains why you should grow this plant in your garden and how you can get it right.
Blue grama grass is a drought-tolerant grass that can survive on as little as 7 inches of annual rain. Our guide shares growing tips!
Creeping thyme creates a low pink, white, or purple carpet of flowers if used as a lawn substitute. Our in-depth guide reveals growing tips!
Bearberry is a common sight throughout the Pacific Northwest and throughout the western US. Our guide shares tips on growing it!
What is kurapia ground cover? We discuss this fascinating drought-tolerant plant and how it's used in lieu of lawns for landscaping!
Sweet woodruff has flowers reminiscent of baby's breath, and it thrives in shady areas. Our complete growing guide shares how to grow it!
There are many types of clover used for a clover cover crop, but some are better than others. We walk through the basics of getting started!
A good evergreen ground cover will provide year-round foliage as well as erosion control. We explore our preferred varieties!
The red clover plant is commonly used as a green manure, but did you know its roots can go down 8 feet? We explore this useful cover crop!
An alfalfa cover crop can gradually build your soil's nitrogen level through tilling or chop-and-drop. We cover how this process works!
Lovely Irish moss plant makes for a beautiful border between cobblestones or a lush lawn replacement. We share tips for your Irish moss!