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 row of lettuce seedlings sprout from a garden bed filled with rich, dark soil.

Edible

How to Grow Delicious Lettuce From Seed 

Lettuce is a vegetable every home gardener should have in their lineup. Follow along with gardening expert and organic farmer Jenna Rich to learn how to start lettuce from seed so you have fresh salads and crunchy BLTs all season.

3 recently pulled garlic cloves sit atop the soil of a garden bed on a sunny day.

Edible

Is It Too Late to Plant Garlic? A Zone-by-Zone Guide

If it’s already November and you’re afraid you’ve missed your garlic planting window, rest assured that gardeners in most zones are still safe to plant seed garlic cloves. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey has a regional guide to help you determine the best planting time for fall garlic.

A cluster of ripening blueberries grows on a beautiful red-stemmed blueberry shrub.

Ornamental Gardens

31 Recommended Native Plants for The Northeast

Are you gardening in the Northeast and wondering which native plants to grow? There are plenty of beautiful native plants to compliment your landscape, from ground covers to trees and everything in between. In this article, garden expert Liessa Bowen introduces 31 fantastic native plants for Northeastern gardens.

A close-up of a Spiraea variety with numerous light purple blooms. These blossoms create a striking visual contrast against the lush green leaves and branches of the plant. The delicate and vibrant blooms add a touch of whimsical charm to the overall composition.

Shrubs

31 Beautiful Spirea Varieties For Your Landscape

Are you thinking of adding a spirea or two to your garden? There are many different species and varieties of spirea for you to choose from. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago looks at some popular and beautiful varieties of spirea for your landscape!

A close-up of Zinnia flowers reveals a vibrant array of colors, from fiery reds to delicate pinks and sunny yellows. Surrounding these blossoms are lush green leaves and slender, elegant stems that support the floral display.

Flowers

15 Common Zinnia-Growing Problems

Zinnias are a beloved annual flower, bringing cheer and bright colors to gardens worldwide. However, growing them comes with some potential issues. Join small-scale farming expert Jenna Rich as she discusses cultural mistakes, diseases, and pests that might disrupt a successful zinnia garden patch.

A gloved gardener holds up a pile of recently harvested red onion bulbs in the late fall garden.

Edible

17 Crops to Plant in November

Autumn’s end doesn’t mean the gardening season is over! Former organic farmer Logan Hailey has tips for 17 November crops you can grow with or without protection based on your zone.

A thriving blueberry bush stands in a radiant patch of sunlight, its vibrant green leaves glistening. The sun's golden rays gently kiss the plump, deep-blue berries hanging from delicate branches.

Edible

How to Prepare Blueberries for Winter in 7 Easy Steps

Are you dreaming of summer blueberry abundance already, like I am? It’s important to prepare your blueberry bushes for winter so they’re healthy and strong next season. Join organic farmer Jenna Rich as she gives 7 easy steps to prepare your blueberry bushes for winter.