The Midwestern U.S. is a hotbed for native perennials that offer ecological services and multi-season appeal with high color, texture, and the energetic buzz of pollinators. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores superlative native perennials to incorporate into Midwest gardens for a well-rounded garden system.
Licorice mint, botanically Agastache rupestris, is a U.S. native perennial plant that thrives in the garden. Hummingbirds love the blooms, and pollinating insects visit them, too! Cultivate this shrubby plant in your yard to enjoy its flowers and the wildlife they attract.
North American Native grasses have multiple functions and benefits. In the home garden, they support habitat and control erosion. On the range, they’re essential for maintaining ecosystemic balance. Learn to grow native sideoats grama in this guide written by master naturalist Sarah Jay.
The time to garden is not over! Late summer is a perfect season to start fall crops, and turnips are one of the best fall crops there is. They’re easy to grow, delicious to eat, and they have a wide range of uses in the kitchen. Try one of these 11 unique turnip varieties, as recommended by gardening expert Jerad Bryant.
The beautiful wildflowers of New England offer a colorful and diverse display through the growing season. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares some of the hardy plants that support local pollinators and thrive in a variety of habitats from woodlands to coastal areas.
Arborvitae are versatile across garden scales with year-round appeal, although their reliance on regular moisture makes them a challenge in dry conditions. With native conifers and their cultivars, options abound for durable evergreens in a range of sizes, colors, and shapes. Gardening expert Katheirne Rowe explores arborvitae stand-ins for high-performance in low-water sites.
Low-maintenance perennials are the foundation of easy, sustainable gardening. For Southern gardeners, they weather the hot and often humid summers gracefully, without requiring you to spend hours in the heat tending to them. Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss for a look at some beautiful, low-maintenance perennials for your Southern garden.
Dahlias are delightful, but their vase life isn't the best. There are things you can do to extend it, though. Join cut flower gardener Melissa Strauss for some tips on making those dahlia flowers last as long as possible.
Amaranth defies categorization! It grows edible seeds and leaves, and the ‘Hopi Red Dye’ variety sprouts purple flowers that you can make a natural dye out of. Learn how to cultivate easy-growing amaranth with this all-inclusive guide from native plant grower Jerad Bryant.
Don’t fret! Strawberry patches change depending on the season. They may be done fruiting, or they’re struggling to grow. Regardless of the issue, you can easily rejuvenate your strawberries with proper care and maintenance. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant in renovating dying strawberry patches this summer.
Delphiniums are sought-after in gardens, but many gardeners assume they need large beds and plenty of space to thrive. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how to successfully grow these showstoppers in containers, perfect for small spaces.
Most hanging baskets are filled with annuals that need replacing every year, but perennial options can return season after season with proper care. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares the best perennial choices for hanging baskets that deliver years of beauty.