Have you experienced difficulty in the past getting certain seeds to germinate? They might need cold stratification. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss talks about some common plants that require cold stratification for germination.
Aphids are annoying and can be incredibly damaging if not quickly controlled. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains everything you need to know about aphids, including, most importantly, how to get rid of them.
Do you think of leaves as a nuisance? Are you the type of person who can’t wait to tidy up your yard with a rake and bag each fall? Are you curious to learn how you can use these free resources that we often take for granted? It might surprise you how useful these brown, crunchy leaves are for your garden, wildlife, and the soil. In this article, gardening expert Taylor Sievers shares how you can give your fall leaves a second life.
Several spring-flowering bulbs from cool regions must be chilled in warmer regions or forced to flower early indoors. Gardening expert Madison Moulton breaks down which bulbs need a winter chill and which don’t, with a step-by-step guide on how to do it.
Storing dahlia tubers doesn’t have to be complicated, but there are a few steps you can take that will maximize their health and viability. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares some tricks for keeping your tubers healthy over the winter.
Growing plants in water indefinitely is possible but requires a few adjustments in plant choice and care. Houseplant expert Madison Moulton gives you tips on how to grow plants in water indoors – no soil needed.
Why would a gardener let their fall flowers go to seed rather than deadheading them? There are plenty of reasons for doing so, from providing habitat to including them in your holiday decorating. In this article, gardening expert Sarah Jay explains why you may want to let your flowers go to seed this year.
Many spring-blooming bulbous plants are best planted in the fall. Find out if there is still time to put your bulbs in the ground this fall and what you can do if you missed your window.
Repotting is vital to houseplant care, but timing and technique can be the difference between a thriving houseplant and an unhappy one. Houseplant expert Madison Moulton explains the process behind repotting and provides a step-by-step guide to help you get it right.
Feeling impatient on your hunt for the perfect Impatiens plant? In this article, gardening expert Kaleigh Brillon shows off 37 Impatiens varieties you’ll want to plant in your garden as soon as possible.
Rose-growing can seem like an information minefield, made even more intimidating by their reputation. Gardening expert Madison Moulton discusses 15 rose-growing tips that will turn even rose beginners into aficionados.
Are you looking for a great, drought-tolerant plant that attracts plenty of pollinators to the garden? Palafox is a wonderful North American native plant that will do just that. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss will share how to grow and care for Palafox.