21 Best Short Perennials for the Front of the Border
Gorgeous gardens need beautiful borders, and perennials make the job easy. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to talk about some lovely, short perennials that work well in front of the border.
19 Dwarf Evergreen Trees for Your Landscape
Are you looking for the perfect evergreen for a smaller space in the landscape? There are so many lovely dwarf evergreens to choose from. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to take a look at some beautiful trees to maintain the beauty of your yard year-round.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Weeping Willow Trees
Are you looking for a highly ornamental tree for a wetland edge, pond border, or rain garden? Weeping willows are large, graceful trees that command plenty of attention. In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen introduces the weeping willow, and how to grow and maintain these elegant trees.
21 Beautiful, Fast-Growing Vines for Your Landscape
Vines are a great way to add a vertical element to the garden or cover up an eyesore. But waiting for vines to grow in can be annoying when you want fences, arbors, or trellises covered ASAP! In this article, gardening expert Christina Conner shares 21 top picks for fast-growing vines that will trail, tumble, and crawl at speeds even the most impatient gardener will appreciate.
21 Lavender Look-Alikes for Your Landscape
Do you love the look of lavender? If you find lavender’s compact size and dainty purple flowers appealing, you may be interested in some other plants with similar characteristics that offer more diversity for your landscape. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen takes a closer look at 21 lavender-like plants, each with its own unique appeal, that you can grow in more varied garden settings.
19 Beautiful Foxglove Varieties to Plant This Year
Are you intrigued by the beauty of foxglove flowers? These bright and bold flowers can add a unique charm to your garden, but be aware that not all foxgloves are good additions to every landscape. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen introduces 19 beautiful varieties of foxglove and the benefits or drawbacks of each.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Blue Mistflower
Are you looking for a late-season blooming wildflower to brighten up your landscape? The blue mistflower blooms in late summer and early fall with soft pastel purples and blues. In this article, flower-gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen introduces the blue mistflower and how you can successfully grow your own!
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Tweedia
A rare true-blue flower, tweedia brightens up gardens and works well as a cut flower. Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn how to grow this tender perennial at home.
11 Best Ornamental Grasses To Create A Privacy Screen
Looking to shield your yard from both noise and noisy neighbors? Gardening enthusiast Lindsay Miller introduces 11 amazing ornamental grasses for creating a natural, sustainable privacy screen.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for ‘Sugar Baby’ Watermelons
Growing full-sized watermelons can seem daunting for home gardeners. They take up a lot of space and produce a massive fruit. If that’s not your style, try the “icebox” variety ‘Sugar Baby,’ packed with the same nutrients, juiciness, and flavor as their giant counterparts. Join organic farmer Jenna Rich as she discusses how to plant, grow, and care for it.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Monkey Puzzle Trees
Are you looking for an unusual conifer to add to the landscape? Monkey puzzle trees have been around for hundreds of millions of years, with odd branches covered in spiraling leaves. They’re surprisingly easy to grow in mild climates throughout the United States. Plant biologist Emily Estep walks you through everything you need to know about this South American native.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Patchouli
Did you know that patchouli is actually a member of the mint family? This tropical herb is as low-maintenance as its temperate mint cousins, though it won’t survive a hard frost. If you’re a patchouli fan, you’ve got to try growing the plant for yourself. You can create your own incense, smudge sticks, and herbal tea. Plant biologist Emily Estep will tell you what you need to know to grow and care for patchouli