Young or old, there’s simple pleasure in finding and carving a good pumpkin. The quintessential fall vegetables delight with their glowing faces and artful themes, and are perfect in the kitchen for tasty pies, soups, breads, and roasted seeds. To grow our own chunky jack o’lanterns, we’ve got the lineup of the best pumpkin varieties for carving, big and small, to fit a range of growing spaces.
Whether you’ve got new blooms in spring or old ones in the fall, some light trimming keeps your hydrangea shrubs vigorous and productive. Learn how and when to trim the dry and brown flowers alongside seasoned landscaper Jerad Bryant.
The best grasses offer multiple seasons of ornamental and ecological value, even into winter. Knowing when and how to cut back cool and warm season types lends seasons of robust growth. Garden expert Katherine Rowe outlines when to cut back ornamental grasses for lasting texture and movement in the landscape.
The autumn garden is the perfect place to lean into the spooky vibes surrounding Halloween. From subtle touches to not-so-subtle plantings, there are lots of things you can do to achieve an eerie aesthetic. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss for easy ways to make a creepy impression in the garden.
Fall is the best season to plant tulips. The bulbs will grow roots and establish themselves so they can brave the oncoming winter. Learn how to plant your tulips with this ultimate guide from backyard bulb grower Jerad Bryant.
With fall comes frosty conditions, and timing the move of tender tropicals and other houseplants from a summer outdoors back inside for overwintering. Thanksgiving and Christmas cacti are two that highlight the holiday season with their brilliant blooms. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines when to move the holiday favorites indoors, taking care not to bring them in too early to initiate the best budding and flowering.
Maples come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and varieties! There are more than you can count. Former nurseryman Jerad Bryant includes 11 of the most spectacular maples on this list. These maple tree varieties appreciate a fall planting, and they’ll fill your yard with color next spring.
Spring bulbs are delightful, no matter how you plant them. Creating a meadow that looks effortless can be a bit of a challenge. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has some tips on getting it done the right way.
Deer are pesky pests in ornamental gardens! They’ll eat everything in sight and turn a blooming garden into a wasteland. Don’t try to protect your choice plants; instead, grow bulbs that deer dislike to discourage them from entering the garden. Former nurseryman Jerad Bryant shares 11 bulbs that deer tend to avoid.
The autumn color palette is one of our favorites! The warm shades remind us that it's time for bonfires and Holidays with family. Florida gardener Melissa Strauss shares some of the most colorful trees and shrubs for just about every growing zone!
Tulips and daffodils are easy to incorporate for a sweet welcome to spring. Their pop-up show of color lasts for weeks. Paired with other spring-flowering bulbs, the rolling arrangement is a dynamic succession of blooms. Leafy perennials soften the landing as bulbs fade. Garden expert Katherine Rowe highlights top companions to plant with tulips and daffodils for lasting landscape value.
Snowdrops are among the first flowering bulbs to emerge in the spring. They, as their name suggests, pop up when snow still lies on the ground. Their white-green flowers and strappy green leaves fill the yard with color and texture. Learn how to plant, grow, and care for these gorgeous bulbs alongside snowdrop enthusiast Jerad Bryant.