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A large pile of thick, knobby roots with pointed ends resting on green grass.

Flowers

7 Causes of Dry and Shriveled Dahlia Tubers

Whether digging up dahlia tubers in the fall or pulling them out of storage in the spring, you never want to find them shriveled, dry, or shrunken. Learn what causes these symptoms to better prevent them in the future. Seasoned grower Jerad Bryant shares the seven most common causes of dry and shriveled dahlias.

Glossy, deep red delicious cherry variety hang in a tight cluster from a slender stem, nestled among vibrant green, serrated leaves with a slightly waxy texture.

Fruits

9 Most Delicious Cherry Varieties to Grow for Fresh Eating

It’s cherry blossom season across the globe, and at home, we can enjoy the delicate blooms, ornamental bark, and shining fruits of bearing trees. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe highlights the tastiest cherry varieties to plant this season for years of sweet rewards.

Clusters of violet flowers with thin petals radiate from golden centers, surrounded by slender green leaves.

Gardening Tips

21 Native Plants for Pollinators in Northwest Gardens

The best plants for pollinators are native species! Honey bees aren’t the only pollinators around—there are hoverflies, specialist bees, and butterflies to consider. Native plant gardener Jerad Bryant shares 21 plants that help your local pollinators with nectar, pollen, and habitat space.

A cluster of Osteospermum flowers with soft pink petals and dark purple centers among green foliage.

Ornamental Gardens

Our 17 Favorite Spring Porch Plants

One of the collective rites of spring is refreshing the look of our outdoor spaces with exuberant color. Entryway and porch plantings add welcoming cheer and boost curb appeal, whether they’re containers of mixed blooms or singular specimens and hanging baskets. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores favorite spring porch plants to celebrate the season.

Close up of blooming and wilting daffodil plants with yellowing and browning leaves in a sunny garden.

Plant Problems

Why Are My Daffodil Leaves Turning Brown and Yellow?

Yellow and brown daffodil leaves are normal if they change color after the blooms fade in late spring or early summer. If they turn yellow at any other time, they may be indicators of pests, diseases, or adverse growing conditions. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant in discovering what daffodils need to grow their best.

A cluster of dormant Lavandula shrubs with dry, light brown stems standing tall and brittle.

Herbs

Is My Lavender Dead or Dormant?: How to Tell

Lavenders adorn herb gardens with brilliant violet flowers and sweet aromas. In winter, the shrubs may look tired, gray, and dead! They dislike cold, wet, and cloudy conditions. Learn to tell if they’re dead or dormant alongside backyard gardener Jerad Bryant.