Are you unsure how fast your cucumbers should be growing in your garden? These popular garden plants can have a variety of diffferent environmental conditions impact their growth rate. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen examines the normal growth rate of cucumber plants and how fast you can expect them to grow.
Thinking of planting coneflowers in your garden, but want to make sure they'll return each year? In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines the lifecycle of the coneflower, and if they are considered annual, biennial, or perennial plants.
Carrots and tomatoes are garden grown staples. But do they make good garden companions when planted near one another? In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen looks at if these two veggies should be planted next to one another, or if there are better companion plants to pair with each this season.
Thinking of assembling the perfect plants to create a beautiful butterfly garden? Just adding plants alone is often not enough. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares her top tips for creating a butterfly friendly refuge in your garden this season!
Are you looking for some flowering plants that will bloom in early summer? There are many different plants to choose from, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares her favorite early summer flowering plants you can plant this season!
Transplanting coneflowers at the wrong time will impact their lifespan and limit their beautiful blooms. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares the best time of season to transplant coneflowers into your garden, whether started by yourself indoors, or purchased from a local nursery and planted.
Are you drawn to soothing neutral colors? Neutrals have been a popular trend in home decor for a while now, but they are underused in garden palettes. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood talks about 21 elegant neutral-colored roses that will beautify your garden.
Are you looking to direct seed some fruits or veggies into your garden in the midst of spring? It's the perfect month to direct sow a number of different seeds right into your garden plot or raised beds. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares her favorite fruits and vegetables to start direct seeding into your garden during the month of May.
Are you growing basil in pots or containers this season? These popular plants can be wonderful container-grown additions to your garden. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her top tips for growing beautiful basil plants in your container garden this season.
Do your hibiscus plants need a good pruning? Maybe you aren't sure when to prune them, or how it's done without causing damage to the plant? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares how to prune hibiscus properly, and the best times of year to get it done.
Are you thinking of growing peas in pots or containers this season? These popular plants can be grown quite easily as container veggies. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her top tips for growing high producing pea plants in your container garden this season!
Thinking of using eggshells with your hydrangeas this season? Many gardeners swear by eggshells as a fertilizer component, but will they have a positive or negative impact on your beautiful hydrangeas? In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines this common garden practice and if it's one you should avoid this season.