Gardening

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

A close-up of a microclover lawn revealing the intricately patterned microclover leaves. They are small and delicate, with a vibrant green color, creating a lush and dense ground cover.

Ground Cover

How to Replace Your Lawn with Microclover

Rip up your grass and replace your lawn with eco-friendly, drought-tolerant microclover! Former organic farmer and horticulture expert Logan Hailey offers step-by-step advice for a quick and effective lawn replacement in just one weekend.

Fresh young garlic bulbs rest on the rich, brown soil, their papery skins gleaming in the sunlight. Vibrant green leaves emerge from the earth, showcasing their slender, pointed tips, eager to bask in the nourishing soil's embrace.

Vegetables

15 Garlic-Growing Mistakes to Avoid This Year

Growing garlic at home is a treat, but it doesn’t come without its share of common yet easily avoidable mistakes. Follow along with small-scale farming expert Jenna Rich as she goes through 15 common garlic-growing mistakes not to make this fall.

A close-up reveals multiple lavender lupine flowers with delicate petals on long, slender stems. The vibrant blooms contrast beautifully with the lush green leaves that surround them.

Flowers

Are Lupines Annual, Biennial, or Perennial Plants?

Interested in planting some lupines but confused about how they grow? Want to know more about those spiky purple flowers that drift through the meadow each spring? In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros examines the varying life cycles within the lupine genus and clears up some confusion surrounding this unusual plant.

A hand presses down on freshly mown green grass on a plush eco-lawn.

Ornamental Gardens

How to Plant an Eco-Lawn

Are you considering growing an eco-lawn in place of your higher-maintenance turf lawn? Many gardeners are seeking an easy-care, more drought-tolerant alternative to traditional grass. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago walks you through the steps you need to follow to grow a successful eco-lawn.

A gardener holds two large clumps of roots that have been divided from one large perennial plant.

Basics

When Should I Divide Perennial Plants?

To successfully divide perennial plants without risking their health, you must divide at the right time. Gardening expert Madison Moulton breaks down how to tell when is the perfect time to divide perennial plants.

'Wando' English pea pods display ripening peas and delicate foliage.

Edible

27 Edible Plants to Climb an Arbor or Trellis

Are you thinking of taking your edible garden vertical? This is a great way to save space and keep your harvests bountiful. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago lists 27 edible plants you can train to climb up your arbor or trellis.

In a lush creeping thyme lawn, delicate light purple flowers bloom amidst vibrant green leaves. The contrast between the soft lavender blossoms and the verdant foliage creates a soothing and picturesque landscape.

Ornamental Gardens

How to Grow a Creeping Thyme Lawn

Replace your thirsty, high-maintenance turf grass with an herbaceous, low-growing lawn that offers a range of ecological benefits. In this article, horticulturist and former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains how to quickly establish a creeping thyme lawn in 6 simple steps.

A close-up of microclover leaves with a small white flower about to bloom on a lush green lawn. The leaves have a fine texture and show a low-growing habit. Turf-type tall fescue protrudes alongside the microclover.

Ornamental Gardens

Does Microclover Make a Good Lawn Replacement?

With rising concerns about drought-stricken summers, fertilizer runoff, and chemical usage on lawns, you may be looking for a turf grass replacement. Microclover has taken the internet by storm for a reason! In this article, horticulturist and former organic farmer Logan Hailey digs into all the pros and cons of replacing your yard with microclover.

Several Kabocha squash are shown. These squashes have vibrant orange and green colors, their smooth skins glistening in the light. They exude a warm, inviting hue that promises a rich, sweet flavor when cooked.

Edible

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Kabocha Squash

Are you craving a velvety smooth, ultra-sweet winter squash? This gourmet Japanese pumpkin is amazingly easy to grow and way more flavorful than regular pumpkins. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey has all the secrets to growing abundant winter squash with minimal effort.