Gardening

All about gardening - we have many in-depth guides about edibles, ornamentals, houseplants, and much more. We provide answers for your garden issues!

Watermelons direct sown in May Spring Garden

Vegetables

9 Fruits and Vegetables to Direct Seed in May

Are you looking to direct seed some fruits or veggies into your garden in the midst of spring? It's the perfect month to direct sow a number of different seeds right into your garden plot or raised beds. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares her favorite fruits and vegetables to start direct seeding into your garden during the month of May.

basil containers

Herbs

15 Tips For Growing Amazing Basil in Pots or Containers

Are you growing basil in pots or containers this season? These popular plants can be wonderful container-grown additions to your garden. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her top tips for growing beautiful basil plants in your container garden this season.

Tropical hibiscus shrub being pruned by a gardener with shears. The shrub has bright green foliage with serrated edges and lavender blooms, each with a red center

Shrubs

How and When to Prune Hibiscus Plants

Do your hibiscus plants need a good pruning? Maybe you aren't sure when to prune them, or how it's done without causing damage to the plant? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares how to prune hibiscus properly, and the best times of year to get it done.

peas containers

Herbs

How to Grow Peas in Pots or Containers

Are you thinking of growing peas in pots or containers this season? These popular plants can be grown quite easily as container veggies. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her top tips for growing high producing pea plants in your container garden this season!

eggshells hydrangeas

Shrubs

Are Eggshells Good or Bad For Hydrangeas?

Thinking of using eggshells with your hydrangeas this season? Many gardeners swear by eggshells as a fertilizer component, but will they have a positive or negative impact on your beautiful hydrangeas? In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines this common garden practice and if it's one you should avoid this season.

Honey Bee on Pink Ice plant

Cacti & Succulents

15 Succulents That Attract Bees and Other Pollinators

Looking for some succulent plants that will attract bees and other pollinators? There are plenty o f different options depending on your growing climate. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her favorite succulents that will welcome bees and other pollinators to your garden.

oregano in containers

Herbs

10 Tips For Growing Amazing Oregano in Pots or Containers

If you’re craving some fresh oregano for your latest culinary creation, nothing beats walking out to the garden and snipping some directly from the plant. In this article, gardening expert Danielle Sherwood gives you tips on growing this tasty herb in containers.

rambutan tree

Fruits

How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Rambutan Trees

The rambutan tree is a true tropical that produces some distinctively hairy-looking berries. In this expert guide by gardener Kaleigh Brillon, you'll learn the growing tips you need to grow and harvest these interesting fruits!

lettuce containers

Vegetables

10 Tips For Growing a Bountiful Lettuce Harvest in Containers

Many gardeners are surprised to find out that lettuce is a fantastic container plant. There are many different lettuce varieties that will grow extremely well in pots or containers. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares the best methods of growing lettuce in containers and having a bountiful harvest this season.

earth kind roses

Flowers

16 Beautiful and Environmentally Friendly Earth Kind Roses

Would you like to grow roses without harsh chemicals and fertilizers? Earth-KindⓇ roses have been rigorously tested to perform for the environmentally-conscious gardener. In this article, expert gardener and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood talks about Earth-KindⓇ roses and gives the details on cultivars you’ll want to try in your garden!

prune coneflower

Flowers

Deadheading and Pruning Coneflowers: 7 Expert Tips

Looking for some beautiful coneflower blooms? Pruning is an essential part of coneflower care, but can be a bit confusing depending on your garden goals. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares her top tips for perfectly pruned coneflowers this season!