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how to revive a dying hydrangea

Shrubs

How to Revive a Dying Hydrangea Plant

If your hydrangea looks like it might be dying, there could be several different causes that contribute to its poor health. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago examines the most common reasons for a dying hydrangea, and how to revive it once it's started to die off.

Strawberries and Blackberries in garden growing on leaves

Companion Planting

Can You Grow Strawberries with Blackberries?

Are you thinking of growing strawberries with blackberries in your garden this season, but aren't sure if these two plants pair well together? Both blackberries and strawberries can make good companions with other plants, but are they a sweet match made in the fruit garden? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss compares the two and if there are better garden companions for both plants.

Lemon balm growing in the garden with bright green leaves

Herbs

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Lemon Balm

Are you thinking of adding lemon balm to your outdoor garden beds or indoor herb garden? Lemon balm can serve many different purposes in the garden. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey walks through everything you need to know about Lemon Balm, including maintenance and care.

Gardener using homemade Fertilizer on Garden Plants

Fertilizer

How and When to Fertilize Your Vegetable Garden

Not sure how or when to start fertilizing your vegetable garden this season? Depending on what hardiness zones you grow in, this answer can vary. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her strategy for fertilizing vegetable gardens, including when and how to do it based on your hardiness zones and the type of vegetables you are growing.

Blackberries after Planting in Garden

Fruits

When Should You Plant Blackberries This Season?

Are you unsure when you should plant your blackberries in the ground? These popular shrubs are a fruiting favorite for a reason, but planting too early or too late in the season can cause problems. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her advice for when to put blackberries in the ground this season.

Blanket Flower with Honeybee Feeding Pollinating

Ornamental Gardens

37 Flowering Plants That Will Attract Honeybees

Looking for some plants that will attract honeybees to your garden this season? There are many different flowering plants to choose from, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her favorite flowers that will bring bees and other pollinators to your garden.

harvest tomatillo

Vegetables

When and How to Harvest Garden Grown Tomatillo Plants

Not sure when to harvest your garden-grown tomatillo or the best way to do it? These tasty fruits can be picky about their harvesting schedule. In this article, gardening expert Logan Hailey shares when to pick your tomatillos, and how to do it without harming the plant.

Houseplants

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Kalanchoe Beharensis

Are you thinking of adding a Kalanchoe beharensis to your indoor or outdoor garden? These popular succulents are easy to grow and are quite famous for their textured leaves. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares all you need to know about the velvet leaf plant, including maintenance and care.

Lagerstroemia indica with pink flowers

Trees

How to Plant, Grow and Care for Crape Myrtles

Thinking about adding crape myrtles to your yard or garden this season? These lovely trees have beautiful blooms, but can be sensitive to certain growing conditions. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares all you need to know about growing crape myrtles, including maintenance and care needs.

A close-up shot of the fruit of the ground cherry

Fruits

How to Plant, Grow and Care for Ground Cherry

The ground cherry is a unique fruit that is easy to grow. The tasty fruit is eaten fresh or made into pie filling or jams. Physalis peruviana is a large shrubby perennial for temperate and subtropical zones. Kaleigh Brillon will take you through the steps to growing this useful shrub.

propagate rosemary from cuttings

Herbs

How to Propagate Rosemary From Cuttings in 9 Easy Steps

If you are thinking of propagating rosemary in your garden, propagation via cuttings is the most efficient way to do it. There are a few simple steps you'll need to follow for your best chance at success. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares each step you'll stick to when propagating rosemary.