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.
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.
If you’ve ever considered replacing turf with thyme, you may wonder what the best creeping thyme lawn varieties are. Experienced gardener, Sarah Jay, covers five of the best cultivars to include in your lawn replacement project, and how to care for them.
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.
For gardeners in many areas, it’s time to prune roses, and for some, it’s still too early. Giving your roses a snip at the wrong time can cause complications as the growing season ramps up. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay discusses when to prune and how to do it effectively.
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.
If you want to enjoy the garden year-round, plant lovely, perennial four-season shrubs! These plants provide interest, no matter the season. Follow along with experienced gardener Sarah Jay as she covers what to look for.
Cool-toned gardens built around whites, blues, silvers, and soft purples create calm, elegant spaces that feel restful rather than energizing. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares thirteen plants that deliver this soothing palette while thriving in a range of garden conditions.