Ice Plant Care: Keeping Ice Plants Happy
The ice plant is a wide category of succulents, but how do you care for them? We share tips to care for these drought-tolerant plants!
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Kurapia
Kurapia is a pretty, flowering ground cover often used to control soil erosion. It can be used as an alternative for lawns and is a perennial in most areas. Kelli Klein discusses this fascinating drought-tolerant plant and how to use it in the garden.
Do Deer Eat Hostas? Will They Attract Deer to My Garden?
Are you thinking of planting some hostas this season, but want to make sure they won't end up as deer chow before you start? In this article, certified master gardener and hosta enthusiast Laura Elsner walks through what you can expect from your local deer population if you decide to start adding hostas to your garden this season.
17 Drought Tolerant Climbing Vines For Dry Climate Gardens
Thinking of adding some vines to your garden this season, but need to make sure they are suitable for drier climates? There are quite a few vines that are surprisingly drought tolerant and can grow in even the most arid environments. In this article, we look at our favorite drought tolerant climbing vines, with names and pictures of each!
17 Dwarf Hydrangea Varieties You Can Plant This Season
Thinking about adding some dwarf hydrangea plants to your garden this season, but aren't quite sure which type to plant? Finding the right hydrangea tht's a bit small and more compact, can really make a difference depending on the size of your planting space. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago examines her favorite types of dwarf hydrangea.
15 Full Sun Perennials For Hardiness Zone 8
If you live in USDA hardiness zone 8, you likely get plenty of sunshine, and humidity depending on what part of the zone you are in. That means it's important to pick the right type of perennials that can withstand both humidity and plenty of sunshine. In this article, we take a look at our favorite full sun perennials for gardens in hardiness zone 8!
How To Grow Spinach Microgreens in 6 Easy Steps
Spinach microgreens are packed with nutrition and are tasty, too! Our in-depth growing guide explains how to grow them yourself. Join expert Rachel Garcia as she takes you through the easy steps.
15 Drought Tolerant Annual Flowers For Dry Climate Gardens
Do you live in a dry climate and can't seem to keep flowers alive? Perhaps you are planting the wrong flowers in your garden! There are plenty of flowers on an annual life cycle that can grow well in climates with less access to water. In this article, we look at our favorite annual flowers that thrive in dry climates with minimal moisture!
15 Popular Perennial Plants You Can Plant in June
Thinking of planting some perennial plants this June, but aren't sure where to start? There are a number of different options to choose from, even in the heat of the summer! In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago walks through 15 of her favorite perennials you can plant in the month of June!
Should You Plant Hydrangeas Underneath Trees?
Hydrangeas are a garden favorite for many gardeners. But oftentimes, even the savviest of green thumbs just don't have the space for them. So, many people resort to finding unique places to plant them. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago walks through if you should be planting hydrangeas underneath trees this season.
17 Drought Tolerant Shrubs For Dry Climates
Looking for some shrubs that can survive with minimal access to water? Finding the best drought tolerant shrubs for your garden can be a challenge if you don't know what to look for. In this article, we take a look at our favorite bushes that can actually thrive with less moisture in dry climates!
15 Tips For Growing Beautiful Begonias in Pots or Containers
Are you adding some begonias to pots or containers this season, but aren't quite sure where to start? Begonias can grow amazingly well in both pots and containers, if you provide them with proper care. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner takes you through her top tips for beautiful begonias in containers this season!