If you have alkaline soils with a high pH, plants face the challenge of a lack of accessible nutrients. Amending with garden sulfur is an easy way to work towards optimal pH levels. If you hope to grow healthier ornamentals and edibles or encourage those bluest of blue hydrangea blooms, explore sulfur as an amendment with garden expert Katherine Rowe.
Are you a beginner gardener looking for perennials that don’t require a green thumb in order to flourish? Or perhaps you’re a pro, searching for plants that you can set and forget? Bulletproof perennials that return year after year with little effort are the answer. Gardening enthusiast Emily Estep walks you through a list of perennials that are nearly invincible.
Are you overwhelmed every time you browse through fertilizers? Then join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn about the different types of plant nutrients and how to select the proper fertilzer for your garden.
If you’re not careful, bacterial- and fungal-borne diseases can infect and destroy your watermelon plants. While some diseases are more damaging than others, they can all affect fruit. Plant biologist Emily Estep lists seven watermelon diseases, explaining how to identify them, how to treat them, and how to prevent them in the first place.
With so many crops ripening now in the summer garden, knowing indicators of peak flavor for each makes the harvest worthwhile. Many crops are tasty and viable at various growth stages, while others feature a prime window for picking. Get the most out of your fruits and vegetables with indicators of ripeness with garden expert Katherine Rowe.
Do DIY fungicides actually work? Garden expert Katherine Rowe explains how to fight fungal pathogens with easy homemade fungal sprays.
Planning the landscaping around your pool? From tropical trees to mosquito-repelling herbs, there are countless options. Some larger hedges and shrubs can even provide a privacy fence. Gardening enthusiast Emily Estep has gathered a list of perfect poolside plants to guide your search.
Garlic seeds have some specific needs when it comes to storing them until planting time. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss for some tips to keep your seeds healthy and fresh until planting time.
It’s still summer, and there are plenty of blooms to enjoy as we move between seasons. From fall color to winter interest, we’ve got your seasonal display on tap. The perfect time to plant spring-flowering bulbs is right around the corner, and establishing perennials for seasons to come works well now. Explore easy-blooming options with garden expert Katherine Rowe to round out the year in flowers.
Are you looking for ways to introduce your kids to the wonderful world of gardening? In this article gardener and mom of three Melissa Strauss shares some great ways to get kids outside and interested in nature.
There’s nothing worse than harvesting full-grown zucchini, only to find they have rotting ends! Blossom-end rot strikes ripening zucchini before you pick them. Learn to treat and prevent this condition alongside seasoned vegetable grower Jerad Bryant.
Avoid stinging bees with these fragrant or flowerless plants. You’ll have beautiful herbs without having to worry about stingers poking your skin. Keep your pets, children, and those allergic to bees safe with these 13 plants that ward off insects. Join longtime grower Jerad Bryant and find the best ones for your patio.