Gardening

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

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Herbs

Growing Herbs Indoors vs. Outdoors: Which Is Better for Spring

Is there a difference when you grow herbs indoors vs. outdoors? The answer depends on the context. If you live in a mild climate, both environments may be similar. If your indoor space is sunny, it could be basically the same. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay discusses what differences exist between the two and how to approach growing herbs in both places.

Flowers of plant bulbs April, including lovely oriental lilies and other plants with colorful flowers

Bulbs

Plant These Bulbs in April for Summer Flowers

For summer blooms, it’s a great time to plant bulbs. April plantings make for some of the most stunning flowers mid-year, and there are so many options when it comes to bulbs. Experienced gardener, Sarah Jay, covers seven bulbs you can plant now for a profusion of blooms in summer.

One of many heirloom daffodil varieties, appearing to have lovely and bright, yellow petals that look ruffled with a clear blue sky in the background

Flowers

9 Heirloom Daffodil Varieties You Can Grow

If you love bulbs, throw a few heirloom daffodil varieties into your garden this spring. These blooms have been passed down for generations, and many have interesting forms and coloring. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay highlights nine of them you can grow this year.

A close-up and overhead shot of a person in the process of trimming double, pink colored flowers, showcasing how to prune Knockout roses spring

Shrubs

How to Prune Knockout Roses in Spring

If you want to prune Knockout roses, spring is a great time to do it. Establish an annual pruning session, and your Knockouts will bloom profusely every year from spring through to the first frost. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay walks you through the steps to prune your shrub roses the right way.

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Ornamental Gardens

How to Grow a Cottage Garden in the Shade

If you want to build your own cottage garden, shade can’t stop you! There are so many plants that thrive in a shade garden, all of which are appropriate for a cottage-style growing space. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay walks you through the steps for growing a shady cottage garden here.

A close-up shot of a large composition of dangling, vibrant yellow flowers of the carolina jasmine, showcasing vines don't damage siding

Vines

7 Beautiful Vines That Don’t Damage Siding, Brick, or Paint

Seeing vines taking over a building and breaking the structural integrity is enough to deter you from planting vines altogether. But some vines don't damage siding, brick, or paint, and you can plant these without worry. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay covers seven vines that are beautiful, but not so vigorous that they’re destructive.