Are you wondering what you can grow in the shaded areas of your permaculture garden? There are plenty of shade-loving permaculture-compatible plants you can choose from. In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will introduce nine fantastic understory plants for your permaculture landscape.
Are you looking for some trees to plant instead of growing Bradford Pear trees in your garden or home landscape? There are many different options, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares her favorite trees you can plant instead of growing the infamously invasive Bradford Pear tree.
Are you thinking of adding some perennial plants to your Texas garden this season? The state of Texas is quite large and has many different microclimates to grow in. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares her favorite perennials you can do your garden, no matter where you reside in the Lone Star state.
Are you curious about coreopsis? There are so many varieties of coreopsis available for home gardeners, it would be difficult not to find one that’s just right for your space. In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will discuss the proper care and maintenance of the colorful and cheerful coreopsis.
Looking for some low growing native ground covers? There are many options to choose from, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen looks at some of her favorites, with names and pictures of each!
Are you curious about hardy fuchsia? These beautiful shrubs brighten the landscape with their immensely showy flowers in vibrant colors. In ideal conditions, they can bloom continually from late spring until fall. In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will discuss the proper care and maintenance of these spectacular plants
Not sure how much space your cucumbers need when planted in the garden? These popular vegetables perform best when they aren't crowded. Luckily, there are plenty of options to provide additional space. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares exactly how much space your cucumbers need wh en planted in the garden.
Are your camellias having issues this season, but you aren't quite sure what could be causing them? Camellias can be picky plants and have a few common problems that they encounter. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss looks at some of the most common issues with camellias.
Did you purchase a bunch of annual mums this season, and they are slowly losing their blooms? What should you do with them when they've started to look rugged? In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen provides five different options you can pursue with your chrysanthemums once their blooms expire.
Are you thinking of growing blueberries in your garden, but aren't sure where to plant them? Blueberries are a garden favorite, but there are definitely areas of your garden that will allow your shrubs to reach their full potential. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen explains where you should be planting blueberries for the best results.
Thinking of growing peonies in pots or containers? These popular flowers make great container plants, but can be a little picky about their growing conditions. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner shares her favorite tips for beautiful blooming peonies in your container garden this season!
The Rocky Mountain bee is an incredible addition to bring all the pollinators to your yard! It's a low-maintenance annual that is native to Western USA. Kelli Klein will guide you through the growing tips.