Gardening

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Pink Yarrow Flowers Growing in Garden

Herbs

How to Plant, Grow and Care for Yarrow

Are you thinking of adding yarrow to your garden this season? This versatile herb can serve many purposes and makes a wonderful companion plant. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares everything you need to know about growing yarrow this season, including maintenance and care needs.

april perennial flowers

Flowers

15 Perennial Flowers to Direct Seed in April

April is when temperatures start to heat up, and winter starts to leave. It's also the perfect month to start direct seeding perennial flowers into your garden beds. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares her favorite perennial flowers you can direct seed into your garden during the month of April!

Gardener watering a pot of rosemary in the garden.

Herbs

How Much and How Often Should You Water Rosemary?

Did you recently bring rosemary into your garden, but aren't sure how much water it needs or how often you should be watering? In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares exactly how much moisture your rosemary plants need.

orange hibiscus

Shrubs

11 Orange Hibiscus Varieties to Brighten Your Garden

Thinking of adding an orange hibiscus to your garden but aren't sure where to start? There are many different orange hibiscus plants you can grow, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her favorite orange hibiscus varieties, with names and pictures of each!

Gardener pruning rosemary plant with black gardening shears and sunlight lighting the process

Herbs

When and How to Prune Rosemary Plants

Are you ready to prune your rosemary this season, but aren't quite sure where to start? Rosemary is a fairly forgiving plant, but aggressive pruning can harm growth. In this article, gardening expert Logan Hailey outlines how to prune rosemary by following six simple steps.

Large pink dinnerplate dahila flower growing in garden

Flowers

21 Plants with Massive Blooming Flowers

Are you looking for a few plants with massive flowers to add to your garden this season? There are many different plants that have enormous blooms that you'll love. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares some of her favorite plants that will bring extremely large flowers to your garden!

Pruning Lavender with Garden Shears

Herbs

How and When to Prune Lavender For Beautiful Blooms

Are you looking to properly prune your lavender this season? Pruning lavender isn't complex if you follow the right steps. In this article, gardening expert and former organic lavender farmer Logan Hailey shares seven easy steps for pruning your lavender this season.

Bright blooming red hibiscus flower in the garden

Shrubs

15 Different Red Hibiscus Varieties for Your Garden

Are you thinking of growing some red hibiscus but aren't sure where to start? These beautiful shrubs can add a bit of tropical flair to just about any garden. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her favorite varieties of red hibiscus that will steal the show in your garden this season.

hydrangeas as hedges

Shrubs

11 Tips For Growing Hydrangeas as Hedges

Are you thinking of adding hydrangeas as a flowering hedge in your garden this season? Despite what you may have heard, hydrangeas can make great hedges if you pick the right variety. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares her top tips for planting hydrangeas as hedge plants this season.

Close up of two bunches of flowers. The ones on the left have five petals that are light pink on the edges and white with a splash of pale yellow on one petal. The leaves are green. Each flower has five thin light pink stamen. The flowers on the right grow in a ball shape, or truss, and are also white with light pink edges but they have a splash of dark pink freckles on one of the five petals. The leaves are dark green and long, hanging down away from the flower truss. Each flower has 10 stamen with dark tips.

Shrubs

Azaleas vs. Rhododendrons: What’s The Difference?

Are you trying to figure out the difference between an azalea and a rhododendron? These two shrubs can confuse even the most experienced gardeners. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago looks at the differences between these two flowering shrubs, as well as thier similarities.

Orchid flowers in terrariums

Flowers

15 Different Types of Orchids for Terrariums

Looking for some orchids to put in your terrarium but aren't quite sure where to start? There are actually many different orchid species that can thrive in terrarium environments. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss looks at the most popular orchids to grow in your terrariums!

Hydrangea Nikko BluemGrowing in garden with bright colored flowers.

Shrubs

How to Grow and Care for Hydrangea ‘Nikko Blue’

Are you thinking of adding a Hydrangea 'Nikko Blue' to your garden landscape this season? There are many qualities that make this particular hydrangea variety a popular choice amongst gardeners. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago shares everything you need to know about this type of hydrangea, including maintenance and care.