9 Best Fruit Trees to Grow for Beginners
Spring is the perfect time for planting fruit trees. With so many varieties, it can get overwhelming to choose! Here are some of our favorites that are easy to grow and fabulous for beginners.
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9 Vegetables You Should Never Plant in Pots or Containers
Are you deciding which vegetables to grow in containers this year? Some varieties will flourish in containers while others will barely survive. In this article, plant expert Matt Dursum covers the vegetables you should never plant in pots or containers.
19 Vegetables You Can Grow in 5-Gallon Buckets
Limited space does not equal limited yields! In this piece, seasoned gardener and Master Naturalist Sarah Jay covers 19 vegetables you can cultivate in 5-gallon buckets, for the edible garden of your dreams.
19 Native Plants for Pollinators in Southwest Gardens
With pollinator populations in decline, gardens that help sustain them are more important than ever. If you're a gardener in the Southwest looking for native plants to add to your space, here are some great recommendations from beekeeper and gardener Melissa Strauss.
9 Flowers You Should Stake Before They Bloom
While many flowering plants grow well without support, others perform best when you stake them. Join flower farmer Briana Yablonski to learn which flowers you should stake before they bloom.
7 Tips for Growing Climbing Roses in Pots and Containers
You don't have to have tons of space to grow climbing roses. Many of them grow well in containers, so you can grow them in smaller spaces and on patios, too! Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has some tips on successfully growing climbers and ramblers in containers.
How to Prune Knock Out Roses in 7 Easy Steps
Knockout roses are popular for their color, reliable reblooming, and easygoing nature. But even these low-maintenance beauties benefit from simple pruning for the best form and flowering. Garden expert Katherine Rowe reviews how and when to prune Knockout roses for a (nearly) effortless show.
13 Grass Alternatives You Can Walk On
Say goodbye to the lawn and welcome these grass alternatives you can walk on! Walkable plants often need less water and maintenance than grasses. They create sustainable lawns that are just as appealing, if not more, than grass ones. Former landscaper Jerad Bryant shares 13 of the best alternatives to try.
9 Melon Seeds to Sow Now
With the warming, sun-filled days of spring, we look toward starting our heat-loving crops. It’s time to envision robust summer melons as we start seeds now. Whether direct sowing, starting indoors, or using protective row covers, sowing melon seeds now gives the long-developing fruits ample time to reach peak perfection. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores favorite melon seeds to sow now for the juicy taste of summer.
15 Plants You Should Prune in April: Tips for Your Zone
April is prime time for pruning! Which plants to cut depends on your growing zone and how warm the climate is. Some are early emergers, while others break buds in late spring. Native plant gardener Jerad Bryant shares 15 best plants to tackle this month.
13 Tomato Varieties to Start From Seed in April
There’s nothing like harvesting juicy, ripe tomatoes in the summer. To get an abundant summer crop, start some of your tomato seeds in April. In this article, horticulture expert Matt Dursum shows you the top tomato varieties to start planting before Easter.
How to Divide and Re-Plant Irises for Healthy Blooms
Summer is on its way, and it won't be long before the irises are blooming. If your plants seem a bit crowded this year, it's probably time to divide them. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss walks through the correct way to split up your irises.