If you’re not sure about timing, don't prune! March is typically the end of late-winter pruning for growers in most regions. However, not all plants require late-winter to early-spring pruning. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay discusses five plants you should wait to prune.
March is one of the best months in the vegetable garden, with plenty of cool-season crops ready to be sown directly outdoors. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares the vegetables to plant from seed this month for an early and productive harvest.
Discolored alocasia leaves are one of the most common complaints among houseplant growers, but the cause isn't always obvious. Gardening expert Madison Moulton walks through the most likely reasons your alocasia leaves are turning brown or yellow and what to do about each one.
A border that looks full and lush by summer starts with seeds sown in March. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares flowers to start from seed now that will spill, spread, and fill your garden edges with color all season long.
If you want spikes of sky blue flowers atop drought-tolerant pollinator plants, grow Salvia azurea, commonly referred to as blue sage. This lovely plant thrives in some of the harshest conditions, blooming through multiple seasons. Experienced gardener and Master Naturalist Sarah Jay provides tips on how to grow this generous plant.
Because there are so many, it’s hard to know what the best native plants are for year-round interest. However, it’s worth taking time to add a few to your garden. It benefits you and your local ecosystem. Master naturalist Sarah Jay discusses seven of the best ones that improve the garden all year long.
March is the perfect time to get seeds in the ground (or in trays) for a garden that looks full and productive by early summer. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares 13 plants to start from seed in March for fast, impressive results.
When it’s time to start zinnia seeds, start as many as you can! These lovely blooms offer a boost to your veggies, color to the garden, and food for pollinators. The most important part about starting zinnias is getting the timing right, and experienced gardener Sarah Jay provides some tips on this very subject.
You don't need a sprawling backyard to capture the charm of a cottage garden. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how to recreate that abundant, overflowing look using pots and containers on a patio, balcony, or small outdoor space.
When it comes to planting pollinator flowers, March is a great time to get started. Whether you’re growing them from seed, or you have transplants to place in established beds, this time is optimal for helping them establish strong root systems and supporting pollinators through summer and into fall. Master Naturalist, Sarah Jay, covers 7 of the best ones to plant now.
March seed starting is a fun pre-spring activity that gets your garden going before the season really kicks in. There are some seeds to sow directly in the garden, and some that should be started indoors. Experienced gardener, Sarah Jay, discusses what to sow now.
Have you ever wanted to grow tons of tiny aubergines in a small footprint? With ‘Jewel Amethyst’ eggplant, you can! This awesome container plant is great for porches, patios, and even for stuffing into larger gardens. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay outlines how to grow this neat variety.