Phlox brightens the display with clusters of starry blooms among deep green leaves. The perennials grow across a range of conditions in a diversity of species and cultivars. To stave off fungal diseases like powdery mildew, start with a strong selection for your space. Here, gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines phlox varieties with stellar ornamental value and high landscape performance.
Much like their cucumber relatives, melons benefit from pruning to halt excessive leafy growth and promote more flowers and fruit. Pruning can also make it easier to trellis small-fruited varieties upward. In this article, former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains the best pruning methods for melons.
Do you want to grow the largest tree in the world? If your landscape has 30-60 square feet of open space and lots of summer moisture, you can plant your own Giant Sequoia to reach up to 150 feet in your lifetime! In this guide, garden expert Logan Hailey explains how to grow this gigantic living fossil.
Wildflowers color landscapes with red, yellow, magenta, purple, and white flowers. They invite native animal species into our backyards with their delicious nectar and pollen. Join native plant gardener Jerad Bryant to discover what top five North American wildflowers thrive within your ecoregion.
There’s nothing like a reliable perennial that thrives in conditions where other plants wither. Their outstanding flowers and foliage bring beauty, diversity, and pollinator value to the display. Easy to grow, the best performers are unfussy and low-maintenance. Explore exceptional perennials for gardeners of any level with expert Katherine Rowe. Beginners welcome!
If you don’t live in the ideal foggy coastal climate for growing a California Coast Redwood, you can still plant a redwood in your landscape! Dawn Redwood trees are native to China and adaptable to USDA zones 4-8. Garden expert Logan Hailey explains everything you need to know about growing this ancient coniferous tree.
Do you want a tree or shrub that has the look of an arborvitae but without the many issues these plants can have? Several options may fit your landscape. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss offers alternatives to arborvitae that will look beautiful with fewer vulnerabilities
Hydrangea arborescens is a U.S. native shrub. Cultivars bring large blooms in crisp white, fresh lime, soft pink, and rich rose. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring these popular and versatile summer bloomers.
Do you want to learn years of tomato-growing experience in just 5 minutes? In this article, former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains 10 crucial things to know before growing tomatoes! These simple tips might save you a lot of headaches and tremendously multiply your yields.
If you’re growing your cucumbers on a trellis, get ready to prune. Removing leaves and stems may be scary, but trimming your plant can lead to healthier plants and bigger harvests. Farmer Briana Yablonski will share how to prune your cukes for maximum results.
Removing grass from your flower beds can seem like a never-ending battle. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Join garden expert Briana Yablonski to learn multiple methods for removing these common weeds from your garden.
Big, bright, beautiful hibiscus blooms are a star in the summer garden. But what if your blooms don’t last as long as you expected? Gardening expert Melissa Strauss explores the possible reasons that your flowers aren’t hanging around for long.