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A close-up shot of purple flowers and green leaves of the creeping thyme

Ground Cover

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Wild Thyme

Creeping or wild thyme creates a low pink, white, or purple carpet of flowers if used as a lawn substitute. It is also a fragrant herb underfoot and can be used extensively in cooking. Ann McCarron shared an in-depth guide to growing and caring for thyme.

lilacs blooming

Shrubs

14 Tips To Keep Your Lilacs Blooming All Season

Looking to get the biggest and brightest blooms out of your lilacs this season? There are actually several things you can do to encourage the flower growth of these prolific bloomers. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros walks through her top tips for getting the most out of your lilacs this year!

A lush plant surrounded with zucchini companion plants, appearing to have blooms and other greens in the background

Companion Planting

27 Best Zucchini Companion Plants (and What to Avoid)

Thinking of adding some companion plants to your zucchini garden, but aren't sure what to pair them with? There are plenty of plants you can grow with zucchini, even if it tends to take over a garden area. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey walks through her favorite zucchini companions for the garden.

Lilacs shade or sun

Shrubs

Do Lilacs Prefer Full Sun, Partial Shade, or Full Shade?

If you've decided to add lilacs to your garden this season, it's a good idea to make sure you pick a proper location where they get the perfect amount of sun to meet their needs. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros looks at the sun needs of the lilac, and if they prefer full sun, partial shade, or full shade.

Plant Problems

13 Common Problems With Indoor Jade Plants

Having problems with your jade plant but aren't quite sure where to start? There can be many jade plant problems, and many of them seem similar to one another even though they have different remedies. In this article, gardenine expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton examines the most common problems jade plants experience as well as their remedies.

A close-up shot of a severely diseased leaf of a flowering bush, growing alongside pink colored blooms

Plant Problems

Hydrangea Leaves Turning Brown? Here’s Why and How to Fix it!

If the leaves on your hydrangea have started turning brown and crispy, there's several reasons why this can happen. The good news is that it can be fixed in most circumstances, and if you catch it early enough, it likely won't cause your plant to die. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago examines the most common reasons for browning hydrangea leaves, and how to fix it!

tall houseplants

Houseplants

37 Tall Houseplants For Indoor Garden Spaces

Looking to add some tall houseplants to your indoor garden space, but aren't quite sure where to start? There are many different types plants that can grow quite tall, and function as a houseplant. In this article, we look at our favorite tall houseplants with names and pictures of each!

A shot of leaves of a houseplant called Scindapsus Pictus

Houseplants

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Scindapsus Pictus

Scindapsus pictus, also called satin pothos, is a gorgeous houseplant well worth growing in your home. This trailing vine has heart-shaped leaves and variegated foliage for interest. Kelli Klein presents an in-depth guide to growing these tropical houseplants.

hydrangeas and peonies

Flowers

Can You Plant Peonies and Hydrangeas Together?

Thinking of growing peonies with your hydrangeas this season but you aren't sure if it's a good idea or not? These two beautifully blooming plants are garden favorites, and for good reason! In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago walks through if planting peonies with your hydrangeas is something you should do this season.

peperomia varieties

Houseplants

55 Different Types of Peperomia Varieties For Indoor Gardens

Thinking of adding a peperomia plant to your houseplant collection but aren't quite sure what variety to pick? There are many different types of peperomia, so picking the perfect one for your next indoor plant can be a challenge. In this article, we look at many of the different types of peperomia with names and pictures of each!

July Perennials For Planting

Flowers

16 Popular Perennials You Can Still Plant in July

Just because July is here, doesn't mean you can't make some changes in your garden by adding a few new perennials. There are plenty of options, regardless of the type of space you need to fill. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago hand picks her favorite perennials that you can still plant in the month of July!