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Round and yellow fruits on a plant that appear infected with a type of lemon tree diseases

Plant Diseases

7 Lemon Tree Diseases: Causes and Cures

Lemon tree diseases such as citrus black spot and citrus canker can wipe out your favorite lemon tree in a season. But with a little preparation and insight, you’ll prevent these harmful diseases and save your fruit. In this article, horticulture expert Matt Dursum covers the causes and cures of common lemon tree diseases.

A gardener's hand in a white glove uses white pruning shears to prune dry branches of a berry bush in a February garden.

Fruits

11 Berry Bushes You Should Prune in February

Though it’s snowy, icy, and wet outside, now is the perfect time to look at your berry bushes! Though some types appreciate pruning in fall, these kinds benefit from late winter and early spring cuts in February. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant in tackling these 11 berry bushes!

Compact green thyme herb with woody, branching stems covered in tiny, oval, aromatic leaves growing in a rustic terracotta pot indoors.

Herbs

How to Grow Thyme Indoors: 9 Expert Tips

Are you looking to grow thyme indoors? Enjoy this culinary herb in your home for instant access to flavor. In this article, plant expert Matt Dursum shows you expert tips to get thyme to thrive inside.

A Malus domestica branch with small red fruit covered in ice, with thin frozen twigs.

Fruits

How to Protect Early Fruit Tree Blossoms From Frost

The end of winter can bring some stress when it comes to caring for fruit trees. Fluctuations in temperature can cause early blooming, and then a late cold snap can knock them out. Join North Florida gardener Melissa Strauss to talk about protecting those blossoms from unexpectedly cold weather.

Vibrant green Asparagus officinalis shoots sprouting from dark brown soil, with some bending slightly.

Gardening Inspiration

How To Grow Asparagus From Seed

Asparagus brings the bright, crisp, tender spears characteristic of early spring dishes. The hardy vegetables with ferny fronds perennialize well for years of recurrent harvests. Garden expert Katherine Rowe explores how to grow asparagus from seed for productive shoots in future seasons.

Bright green Vitis vinifera leaves filter sunlight, with small purple fruit clusters hanging below.

Fruits

How and When to Prune Grapevines for Healthy New Growth

Grapevines tolerate extreme pruning! They benefit from yearly cuts during the dormant season. Prune them in the right way at the right time and they’ll reward you with bunches of grapes by late summer. Grape grower Jerad Bryant shares when and how it’s best to prune your vines.

Close-up of Snapdragon ‘Potomac Appleblossom’ flowers grown in a cold frame, with clusters of white blooms and soft pink blush in the centers on strong stems surrounded by glossy green leaves.

Flowers

9 Flowers to Grow in a Cold Frame in February

A protective cold frame lets us start flowers early for a head start on growth. Many gardeners can grow cold-hardy blooms in late winter. Garden expert Katherine Rowe looks at flowers to grow in a cold frame this month to usher in a blooming spring.

A watering can pours water onto a young cabbage plant forming a rosette of green, rounded, serrated leaves on thin, pale stems in loose soil in a February garden.

Gardening Tips

When and How Much to Water Your Plants in February

February is a unique time for plants. Most areas of North America have snow or ice, while others have mild temperatures and occasional rainfall. When and how much you should water depends on the plants you’re growing, their location, and your climate. Let’s dive in!

A dense cluster of bright green Origanum leaves with a slightly wrinkled texture and pointed tips.

Herbs

How to Grow Oregano Indoors: 9 Tips to Try

Are you wondering how to grow oregano indoors this year? You don’t have to grow this aromatic herb outdoors for bountiful harvests. In this article, plant expert Matt Dursum shows you the top tips for getting oregano to flourish indoors.

Ipomoea alba moonflower

Seeds

How to Grow Moonflowers from Seed in 7 Easy Steps

If you're looking for a low-maintenance climbing vine that will look great in your moon garden, look no further than moonflower. The name says a lot, but gardening expert Melissa Strauss has more details about this great plant, along with instructions on how to plant and grow your very own moonflower from seed!

A close-up showcases butterfly bushes with spiky purple blooms and lush green leaves against a serene garden backdrop of towering trees, capturing the charm of these vibrant botanical specimens in their tranquil environment.

Trees

11 Trees and Shrubs to Plant in February

February is a great time to plant many of the beautiful trees and shrubs that we enjoy during the warmer months. As long as the ground is workable, you can start putting them in the ground. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss talks about some great February additions to the garden landscape.