Bigleaf hydrangeas bring luscious blooms in dreamy pinks, blues, and whites with bold hues and blushes. After plants rest quietly in winter, lacecap and mophead flower clusters burst among attractive, large leaves for a warm season show. Explore these traditional summer hallmarks with contemporary twists with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Pest infestations can get out of hand quickly, but harsh sprays and reactive techniques aren’t always the answer. Some pest management mistakes can even make the bug pressure worse! In this article, former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains how to avoid the most common mistakes when fighting garden pests.
Do you know what dangerous plants are quietly lurking in your garden? Gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares 29 common plants you may have in your garden that are definitely not for human consumption.
When you look at plants, do you ever wonder where they came from? Every plant originated somewhere but some have been bred to enhance certain characteristics. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen takes a closer look at the differences between native plants and cultivars and attempts to answer the question, “Which is better?”
Spring is not the only time to plant a garden! Early summer plantings are key to abundant fall harvests. The crops you plant in July can yield throughout late summer and autumn. In this article, former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains the best vegetables to plant this month!
Tomatoes are the perfect pairing for many crops in the garden, but some plants can hinder or even halt growth. Garden expert Logan Hailey explains the key 11 plants to avoid growing with your tomatoes.
If you want a garden full of flowers but tire of constantly replacing flowering annuals in your beds, check out these long flowering perennials. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has some wonderful big bloomers to share with you!
If you’re tired of dragging a garden hose or lugging a watering can every time you want to water your raised beds, consider adding an automated irrigation system. Farmer Briana Yablonski will share how to set up a drip irrigation system so you can easily water your raised beds.
Unfortunately, most garden soil isn’t perfect. Adding soil amendments helps improve the soil and make it a welcoming place for plants. Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn common soil amendments and determine which ones to add to your soil.
Peppers are a favorite summer crop because of their deliciousness, easy care, and forgiving nature. Meeting a few of their key cultural requirements means peppers are happy to perform amid the summer heat. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in avoiding common pepper-growing mistakes for this year's best yield.
If you love rhododendrons, you may wonder what other plants pair well with them. We’ve selected 13 ideal species to grow alongside small and giant rhododendrons. Read on with Jerad Bryant and discover which companion plants work best for your garden.
You’ve heard of companion planting, but have you ever grown a trap crop? This unique strategy employs “disposable” crops to lure pests away from your important plants. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey digs into the science and practicality of using trap plants in your garden.