You don’t need a giant forest or a big backyard to grow mushrooms. They can thrive right on your countertop or patio! Mycology enthusiast and mushroom expert Logan Hailey explains nine simple steps to growing mushrooms in containers or buckets.
Autumn’s leaf drop presents a renewable resource straight from the garden. Fall leaves make an excellent mulch and soil conditioner full of nutrition, and they also create valuable habitat to foster overwintering pollinators and other beneficial insects. Explore how leaving the leaves is pollinator-friendly with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Douglas asters erupt into bloom from late summer through autumn. Their purple petals and yellow centers decorate landscapes throughout western North America. Why not add them to your garden? Learn how to best care for these wildflowers alongside native plant gardener Jerad Bryant.
We wish you a merry Christmas cactus season! It's getting to be that time again, and you might be wondering if there are any ways to boost your plant's blooming power. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares the best time and manner of fertilizing to get the best performance from your flowering succulent.
Starting your seeds indoors can help put you ahead of the curve in spring. Here are some tips on getting your seeds started indoors in the coming months.
Most growers are transitioning from the growing season into the off-season, and it is time to clean our greenhouses. Join organic farmer Jenna Rich as she details 11 essential greenhouse tasks you should do before winter.
Chrysanthemums, full of glory in autumnal tones, benefit from easy deadheading for a lasting show of color. With gardening expert Katherine Rowe, explore the benefits and basics of removing faded blooms to extend flowering and develop strong roots for in-ground selections.
Autumn provides a wealth of natural resources for the good of the future garden. November lends itself to botanical displays, culinary delights, gifts, and ways to bring nature indoors. The best shopping comes from a happy place - enjoy browsing the garden with expert Katherine Rowe.
Are mulch volcanoes popping up around your neighborhood? If you’re wondering whether you should try this method or not, the answer is a resounding no! These seven reasons from former nursery tree grower Jerad Bryant provide ample guidance on why you should avoid adding mulch near your trees.
Seed starting doesn’t have to be complicated. A few simple steps can ensure prolific germination and vigorous early growth to start your season off right. Join organic farmer Logan Hailey for 11 straightforward seed-starting tips for beginners.
Bees are vital to a thriving garden. But, some of our fall and spring habits can make your space inhospitable for them to overwinter in. Gardener and beekeeper Melissa Strauss shares ways that you can help important pollinator populations stick around and stay safe during the cold winter months.
As roses prepare to enter winter dormancy, it isn’t necessarily the time for drastic pruning. But strategic nipping and tucking are essential to best rose health over the winter and in the long run. Explore how preventative pruning contributes to winterizing roses with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.