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Gardener holding potatoes that were grown in a container.

Vegetables

How to Grow Potatoes in Pots or Containers in 9 Easy Steps

If you are trying to grow potatoes in containers or pots this year, there's a few very specific steps you'll want to follow. Growing potatoes in containers can be a bit tricky, but there's a few best practices you can implement to maximize your potato yields. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Sarah Hyde shares 9 easy steps to grow potatoes in containers or pots this season!

Flowering Perennials For California Gardens

Flowers

23 Flowering Perennials for California Garden Spaces

Looking for some flowering perennials to brighten up your California garden? There are many different perennial options to choose from, depending on what part of the state you are gardening in. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen looks at some of the top perennial flowers you can plant this season in the Golden State.

Native Plants for Tennessee Gardens

Ornamental Gardens

17 Native Plants For Tennessee Gardens

Are you thinking of adding some native plants to your Tennesee garden? There are many different native plant options, depending on the area of the state you live in. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares some of her faborite native plants for Tennessee garden spaces.

Jackmans Clematis Blooming on a vine in Deep Violet Color

Vines

How to Plant, Grow and Care for Clematis ‘Jackmanii’

Are you looking for a unique flowering vine to add to your garden this season? 'Jackmanii' Clematis might be just the right plant to liven up your gardening space! In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares all you need to know about growing 'Jackmanii' Clematis, including maintenance and care.

New York Aster Perennial Growing in Garden with Purple Flowers

Flowers

15 Flowering Perennials For New York Gardens

Looking for a few perennial plants to add some color to your New York garden? There are plenty of different options, depending on what part of the state your garden is in! In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen walks through her favorite perennial plants for New York gardens.

Tennessee Purple Coneflower blooming perennial in the garden with pink flowers

Flowers

21 Flowering Perennials for Tennessee Gardens

Are you thinking of adding some flowering perennials to your Tennessee garden, but aren't quite sure which plants to choose? There are many different options to pick from, depending on what area of the state you live in. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares her favorite flowering perennials for Tennessee gardens.

Chrysanthemums of many different color variations are grown in pots and are sitting on the ground. The pots are black plastic, and have orange flowers in one pot, white in another, and yellow flowers in secondary pots behind them.

Flowers

11 Tips For Growing Chrysanthemums in Pots

Thinking of growing chrysanthemums in pots or containers this season? Garden mums can be a welcome addition to any fall garden. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares her top tips for beautiful blooming mums in containers or pots.

Blueberry Seasonality

Fruits

When Are Blueberries in Season? A Guide By Hardiness Zone

Not sure when blueberries are in season based on where you live? Blueberries season a bit differently depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen walks through everything you need to know about blueberry seasonality across all USDA hardiness zones!

fall mums alive

Flowers

10 Tips For Keeping Your Fall Mums Alive This Season

Do you struggle to keep your fall chrysanthemums alive during the blooming season? Fall mums are picky plants, and it's not uncommon to see them die quickly if not properly cared for. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares her top tips to keep your mums alive this fall.

A close up image of blueberry shrubs growing in the garden. The fruit are blue and ripe, and you can see some unripened fruits on the branches as well which are green. They are surrounded by green foliage.

Fruits

Are Blueberry Shrubs Considered Annual, Biennial, or Perennial Plants?

Are you thinking of adding some blueberry shrubs to your garden, but want to make sure they'll come back each year before you start planting? Blueberry shrubs can be a great addition to any garden, so it's only natural to do your research. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen examines if these popular shrubs are considered annual, biennial, or perennial plants.