September is a great time to rebuild your soil for next year's growing season by adding amendments. There are many ways to do it! Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to discuss some great ways to amend for a healthy garden.
When seed-saving for the first time, you may feel overwhelmed with information about hybrids, heirlooms, and proper seed-saving techniques. This easy guide takes you from start to finish so you can confidently collect your favorite plants’ seeds. Learn how magical these tiny living things are alongside native plant gardener Jerad Bryant.
Every day, the Earth loses more of its wild places. This begs the question: as the wild places dwindle, where do the wild things go? Join beekeeper Melissa Strauss in discovering ways to create new spaces for wildlife in your garden.
Chrysanthemum shrubs decorate grocery store shelves from late summer through winter. After buying one of these plants, you may wonder if it’s an annual or a perennial and if it’ll overwinter in your yard. Wonder no more, as you’ll discover what kind of chrysanthemum you have alongside seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
Brown blotches on your philodendron? Wilting jade plant? In this article, longtime gardener and houseplant parent Lindsay Miller walks through the 5 most common houseplant diseases and how to prevent them.
Popping up in spring to show off their pretty bell-shaped blooms are fritillaria flowers. Learn how to grow these striking bulbs with Wendy Moulton in this comprehensive guide, and include some special flowers in your garden.
Like ornamental kale, ornamental cabbage brings high color and texture to the cool-season garden. Softly rounded leaves in shades from white to violet add seasonal decor in spring and fall, and they overwinter in mild climates. The open rosettes resemble petals unfurling. Explore colorful cabbage selections with unique forms and foliage with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
With the casual beauty of fall comes the opportunity to invigorate the landscape with a fresh foundation for the season. This time of year, simple maintenance tasks promote long-term garden health, while autumnal themes and natural aesthetics make it fun, festive, and inviting. Explore how to boost your home’s curb appeal in streamlined ways with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Pairing plants is one of the most fun aspects of gardening. Balancing color, texture, and form for a pleasing composition is just part of the process—the other is matching growing requirements and climate conditions. Drought-tolerant plants are increasingly important in conserving water and maintenance while thriving across wide-growing areas. Options abound for waterwise planting arrangements, perfect for September planting. Explore a few of the best with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Although planting a tree is an exciting task, rushed planting and a lack of knowledge can lead to unhealthy trees. Join plant expert Briana Yablonski to learn common tree planting mistakes you should avoid.
Ornamental kale is a staple in autumnal displays, adding bursts of color and textural leaves in an easy-care form. Grown for its decorative value, ornamental selections add high contrast to potted arrangements among seasonal bloomers. With gardening expert Katherine Rowe, enjoy the frills, ruffles, and feathers of specialized kale selections that thrive in the cool season.
We couldn’t kick off fall without mentioning chrysanthemums. These gorgeous flowers are the stars of autumnal displays. Garden expert Lindsay Miller shares advice on how to select the best mums for your garden.