Gardening

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

trees outdoor containers. Close-up of a lemon tree in a large container against a blurred garden background. Lemon trees are small to medium-sized evergreen trees with glossy, dark green leaves. The tree produces oval green-yellow fruits with rough skin.

Trees

21 Best Trees For Pots and Containers

Whether you’re short on space or need a vertical accent for your patio or balcony garden, growing trees in pots is the answer. Gardening expert Madison Moulton lists 21 compact trees ideal for growing in containers outdoors.

Grow popcorn. Close-up of a white ceramic bowl with ready-made popcorn on a white table next to three corn cobs. The corn cob, the reproductive structure of the corn plant, is characterized by its cylindrical shape and rows of kernels arranged around a central core. The kernels are pale yellow and glossy. The cob itself is encased in several layers of protective husks. Popcorn represents popped kernels are fluffy and irregularly shaped, with a crisp outer surface and a light, airy interior.

Edible

How To Grow Your Own Popcorn

If you’ve never tasted freshly made popcorn from the garden, you’re missing out. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains everything you need to know about growing popcorn, from choosing varieties to harvesting and cooking.

A cluster of 'Dalmatian Peach' foxglove blooms elegantly in lush surroundings, showcasing tubular forms. The peach-colored flowers stand out against the backdrop of verdant green foliage, creating a captivating contrast in the garden landscape.

Flowers

15 Peach Perennial Flowers for Your Garden

The color peach is having a big year, and its crisp, warm, inviting shades imbue longtime garden favorites. Join garden professional Katherine Rowe in exploring beautiful peachy perennial options to unify and enliven the garden.

Delicate blue-eyed grass showcasing sky-blue petals at the edge of the slender, green leaves. The intricate flower cluster forms a stunning contrast against the surrounding foliage, emphasizing its petite yet captivating nature.

Ornamental Gardens

How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Blue-Eyed Grass

Are you looking for a low-maintenance plant that adds a unique look to your landscape? Blue-eyed grass is beautiful and interesting and blends well into just about any landscape style. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen will discuss the proper care and maintenance of these spectacular and versatile plants.

A majestic Sugar Maple tree stands tall, its bark displaying intricate patterns and textures. The vibrant orange leaves shimmer in the sunlight. Against a clear blue sky, surrounding lush greenery completes a tranquil forest scene.

Trees

11 Trees That Boost Property Value

Looking for a tree to enhance your property value? Wondering which one is right for your unique landscape? Certified master gardener Liz Jaros has you covered with this look at why trees are a good investment and a profile of 11 trees that will give you the most bang for your buck.

A close-up of Agapanthus plants showcases their vibrant blue flowers with delicate petals, gracefully attached to sturdy stems. The lush Agapanthus plants create a beautiful and lively display, contributing to the overall garden's aesthetic.

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Agapanthus

Wondering if agapanthus might grow well in your garden? Looking for a little more information on this little-known niche plant? In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros dishes the dirt on this low-maintenance garden gem and gives you the information you need to plant some yourself.

A serviceberry tree with ripe blue fruits on a shady day.

Trees

The 29 Best Trees for Wildlife

Are you looking for some great landscaping trees that also benefit wildlife? You can provide a welcoming environment in your yard and attract birds, butterflies, and other fascinating animals by planting wildlife-friendly tree species. In this article, gardening expert and wildlife biologist Liessa Bowen introduces 29 fantastic trees that will enhance your landscape and look great, too!

A branch of an apricot tree laden with ripe, orange apricots. Sunlight shines through the leaves, casting dappled shadows on the fruit. In the background, there is a patch of green grass and several other trees.

Fruits

How to Grow an Apricot Tree from Seed

A fresh, juicy apricot is a tasty treat in late summer and is even more special if you grow the tree yourself. If you live in a good zone for growing deciduous fruit trees, why not give growing an apricot tree from seed a try? The benefits outweigh the time it takes. In this article, gardening expert Wendy Moulton shares how to grow an apricot from seed!

Sunlight bathes a verdant potato plant, its leafy emerald fronds reaching skyward from a burlap sack in a garden bed. Deep green hues and smooth edges tell a tale of health and vigor, promising a bounty of tubers beneath the soil.

Vegetables

How to Grow Potatoes in a Grow Bag

The world of growing common veggies in fabric bags has gained lots of traction, especially for those of us with small growing spaces in urban settings or working on improving our soil fertility and structure. Join organic farmer Jenna Rich as she shows us just how easy it is to grow the humble potato in a fabric grow bag in just seven steps.

A vibrant bouquet of stock flowers bursts forth in close-up, showcasing a spectrum of pinks, whites, magentas, and lavenders. Delicate, four-petaled blooms unfurl in various stages, with some buds tightly nestled, promising future splendor.

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Stock Flowers

A beautiful, fragrant plant, stocks deserve pride of place in any garden for their splashes of color and captivating scent. These great plants are easy to grow from seed and are always abuzz with pollinators. In this article, gardening expert Wendy Moulton shows you how to grow beautiful stock flowers!

Bright yellow yuzu fruits hang delicately from lush green branches adorned with vibrant leaves, casting a picturesque scene. The gentle caress of the sun's warm rays illuminates their citrusy brilliance.

Fruits

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Yuzu

With a tart and floral flavor, yuzu fruits provide a uniquely refreshing taste to sauces and marinades. Join plant expert Briana Yablonski as she explains how to grow this cold-hardy citrus at home.