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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Edible

How to Grow Garlic in Pots and Containers

You don’t need tons of space to grow garlic. All you need is a planter! Gather your cloves, find some containers, and get ready to cultivate a successful home harvest. Learn how to grow garlic in pots alongside allium grower Jerad Bryant.

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Edible

How to Grow Garlic From the Grocery Store

It’s best to buy seed garlic from reputable sources. Grocery store garlic may not sprout, as it’s sold for its storage quality and not its sprouting capabilities. Though it’s better to use seed cloves, it’s not impossible to grow garlic from the grocery store! Learn how to do it alongside garlic grower Jerad Bryant.

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Edible

How and When to Harvest Winter Squash

Winter squashes are rich, nutrient-packed delights in the cool season. Developing all summer, the hefty fruits are worth the wait and store well into winter. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores what to look for in harvesting winter squash for lasting enjoyment.

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Herbs

9 Herbs You Should Pot Up and Bring Inside for Fall

Fall is upon us, and the temperature is quickly dropping. It's time to think about bringing frost-tender plants in for the season. Make sure you dig up these herbs and bring them inside so you have plenty for all of those winter soups and stews!

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Ornamental Gardens

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Hydrangea Trees

Hydrangea trees stand out from the crowd of shrubs in the home garden. They’re tall, stately, and impressive! Train one yourself, or find one ready-made at your local nursery. Former nurseryman Jerad Bryant shares how to plant, grow, and care for hydrangea trees throughout the year.

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Trees

11 Japanese Maple Trees You Can Plant in October

When it comes to beautiful form, stunning seasonal color, and ornamental value, it doesn't get much better than a Japanese Maple. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to look at some classic varieties as well as some more surprising and unconventional varieties to plant in October.

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Ornamental Gardens

9 Best Pumpkin Varieties for Carving

Young or old, there’s simple pleasure in finding and carving a good pumpkin. The quintessential fall vegetables delight with their glowing faces and artful themes, and are perfect in the kitchen for tasty pies, soups, breads, and roasted seeds. To grow our own chunky jack o’lanterns, we’ve got the lineup of the best pumpkin varieties for carving, big and small, to fit a range of growing spaces.