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rain garden design. View of a rainy garden with a green lawn, trees and bushes. In the garden there is a large metal barrel into which rainwater flows through the gutter.

Gardening Tips

13 Beautiful Design Ideas for Rain Gardens

If you have a rainy garden, fear not. There are plenty of creative ways to divert, repurpose, and economically use the water, even during times of heavy rainfall. Join organic farmer Jenna Rich as she goes through 13 unique designs and ideas for rainy gardens.

Vibrant marigolds bloom with a stunning display of red and gold petals, creating a vivid and cheerful contrast. Lush green leaves gracefully frame the blossoms, enhancing the overall beauty of this radiant floral arrangement.

Flowers

21 Best Flowers for Gardeners with a Short Growing Season

If you live in a climate with a short growing season, it can be hard to find plants that grow fast enough to enjoy. The first frost comes all too soon. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss discusses 21 flowers that work perfectly in short growing season climates.

A close-up of a flower garden. Landscaped big rocks provide a captivating backdrop for an array of green plants. Different flowers grace the scene with their varied colors, creating a visually stunning tapestry against a sea of lush green leaves.

Flowers

11 Tips for the Beginner Flower Gardener

So, you’ve decided to plant a flower garden and aren’t sure exactly where to start. We can help with that! In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares some valuable tips for starting a thriving flower garden.

White yucca flowers burst forth, delicately adorning the midst of long, slender leaves, forming a picturesque contrast. The radiant sunlight bathes the yucca plant, casting a warm, inviting glow that accentuates its natural beauty.

Flowers

27 Drought-Tolerant Perennial Flowers for Dry Gardens

Are you new to dry gardening and looking for some perennials that won’t just tolerate drought but thrive in it? You’re in the right place! In this article, organic farmer Jenna Rich will discuss 27 drought-tolerant perennials you can add to a dry garden and help you conserve your natural resources.

xeriscape design. The flowerbed contains plants such as Sedum telephium, purple African Daisy, bright orange marigolds, Lobularia maritima, purple petunias, Coleonema, and others. The flowerbed is fenced with decorative stones, and the soil is covered with small white pebbles as mulch.

Gardening Tips

15 Beautiful Design Ideas for Xeriscape Gardens

If you’re looking for creative ways to incorporate native plants into your garden while reserving your natural resources and working with your landscape instead of against it, join organic farmer Jenna Rich as she discusses 15 design ideas for xeriscape gardens.

A close-up of a lush flower bed of moss roses, showcasing vibrant pink, red, and yellow blossoms. Each moss rose boasts intricate petal details, creating a visually stunning array. Surrounding the flowers, lush green leaves provide a contrasting backdrop.

Flowers

How to Grow Moss Roses (Portulaca) From Seed

Moss roses are a beautiful flowering succulent ground cover. They are heat and drought-tolerant and easy to grow. In this article, gardening expert Kelli Klein shares all you need to know about growing moss roses from seed!

A cluster of delicate blue flowers blossoming on vibrant rosemary branches. Each petal unfurls gracefully, creating a visually captivating display. Surrounding the blossoms, slender green leaves add an extra layer of freshness to the herbal landscape.

Herbs

How to Grow Rosemary From Seed

Rosemary is a beautiful flowering evergreen perennial that can be grown as both an edible and an ornamental in the garden. It is drought-tolerant once established. It has a moderate level of difficulty when started from seed, but gardening expert Kelli Klein is here to walk you through all the tips and tricks. Starting rosemary from seed is a great way to level up your seed-starting skills.