Gardening

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

Gardener pruning butterfly bush

Shrubs

How to Prune a Butterfly Bush in 7 Easy Steps

Butterfly Bushes are wonderful pollinator attractors, but can become unruly if they aren't kept to a regular pruning schedule. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago walks through the exact steps you'll want to follow when pruning your butterfly bushes this season.

spinace and cucumbers

Vegetables

Should You Plant Spinach With Cucumbers?

Do spinach and cucumbers belong planted together in the garden? Do these two vegetable garden favorites belong next to each other, or is it a bad idea? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss looks at if cucumbers and spinach make good companion plants, or if there are better options for each plant.

Beautiful flowers of Magnolia stellata in bright sunlight

Trees

Do Magnolias Need Full Sun, Partial Shade, or Full Shade?

Trying to figure out how much sun your magnolia tree needs before putting it in the ground? These popular trees are fairly adaptable, but will thrive in certain growing conditions. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss examines if your magnolia needs full sun, partial shade, or a fully shaded location to grow well.

thyme in containers

Vegetables

9 Tips for Growing Thyme in Pots or Containers

If you want an herb garden, don’t let limited space get in your way. Thyme is a beautiful and delicious perennial herb that grows great in pots or containers! In this article, gardening expert Danielle Sherwood tells you how to get a bounty of thyme, even in a patio pot.

flowers bloom at night

Flowers

21 Night Blooming Flowers For a Captivating Moon Garden

Are you thinking about planting a Moon garden but are not sure where to start? A night-blooming garden is a stunning addition to an outdoor living space. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her favorite night-blooming plants that are perfect for a Moon garden.

Close up of the top of a grafted cactus plant called a crested euphorbia. White with pink edges and a coral-like texture is attached to a thick green stem with thick leaves. The background is brown and blurred.

Cacti & Succulents

How to Grow, Plant, and Care For Coral Cactus

You may be surprised when you find out that coral cactus isn't even an actual cactus at all! These popular succulents make wonderful indoor and outdoor plants. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton shares all you need to know about the Coral Cactus, including maintenance and care requirements.

scented geraniums

Flowers

17 Scented Geraniums For Your Flowerbeds

Looking for a versatile and lovely smelling flower to plant this season? The scented geranium is a fantastic option for gardens of all types and sizes! In this article, gardening expert and cut flower farmer Taylor Sievers shares her favorite scented geraniums to add to your indoor or outdoor garden this season.

Transplanting Hibiscus from a pot

Shrubs

How and When to Transplant Hibiscus Step-by-Step

Transplanting your hibiscus plant at the right time can be the difference between a successful transplanting and one that failed. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares all you need to know about when to transplant your hibiscus plants, and exactly how to do it.

White Rose blooms on a background of green leaves

Flowers

11 Rose Growing Myths Debunked

Are you intimidated by the contradictory rose-growing advice on the internet? Myths abound, leading to confusion and frustration. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood examines 11 common rose-growing myths and debunks them with research and common sense.