How and When to Start Seeds Indoors
Starting your seeds indoors can help put you ahead of the curve in spring. Here are some tips on getting your seeds started indoors in the coming months.
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11 Essential Greenhouse Tasks You Should Do Before Winter
Most growers are transitioning from the growing season into the off-season, and it is time to clean our greenhouses. Join organic farmer Jenna Rich as she details 11 essential greenhouse tasks you should do before winter.
How to Deadhead Mums to Keep the Blooms Coming
Chrysanthemums, full of glory in autumnal tones, benefit from easy deadheading for a lasting show of color. With gardening expert Katherine Rowe, explore the benefits and basics of removing faded blooms to extend flowering and develop strong roots for in-ground selections.
Why November is the Best Time to Shop Your Own Garden
Autumn provides a wealth of natural resources for the good of the future garden. November lends itself to botanical displays, culinary delights, gifts, and ways to bring nature indoors. The best shopping comes from a happy place - enjoy browsing the garden with expert Katherine Rowe.
7 Reasons You Should Never Mulch Around Your Trees
Are mulch volcanoes popping up around your neighborhood? If you’re wondering whether you should try this method or not, the answer is a resounding no! These seven reasons from former nursery tree grower Jerad Bryant provide ample guidance on why you should avoid adding mulch near your trees.
Seed-Starting 101: 11 Tips to Get it Right
Seed starting doesn’t have to be complicated. A few simple steps can ensure prolific germination and vigorous early growth to start your season off right. Join organic farmer Logan Hailey for 11 straightforward seed-starting tips for beginners.
7 Ways You Can Help Bees Overwinter in Your Garden
Bees are vital to a thriving garden. But, some of our fall and spring habits can make your space inhospitable for them to overwinter in. Gardener and beekeeper Melissa Strauss shares ways that you can help important pollinator populations stick around and stay safe during the cold winter months.
Should You Hard Prune Roses In Fall To Prevent Winter Damage?
As roses prepare to enter winter dormancy, it isn’t necessarily the time for drastic pruning. But strategic nipping and tucking are essential to best rose health over the winter and in the long run. Explore how preventative pruning contributes to winterizing roses with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
17 Best Houseplants for Allergy Sufferers
Allergies are no good if you’re a houseplant lover! They can prevent you from enjoying your indoor gardens while pollen counts are high. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant to learn about 17 species with ornamental beauty that can help you avoid undesirable allergic reactions.
5 Signs Your Hydrangea Needs Extra Winter Protection
Hydrangeas are frost-hardy shrubs perfect for cold winters! They need protection to perform their best in some areas, especially if hard frosts are recurring. Find out if you need to protect your shrub with former nursery grower Jerad Bryant.
Why are My Christmas Cactus Leaves Turning Brown or Purple?
It's time to give that Christmas cactus center stage, and you want it to look its very best. If you've discovered that the foliage is changing colors, you might get a little nervous. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss tells you when leaf color changes are a bad thing and when they're nothing to worry about.
15 Native Wildflowers for Idaho Gardens
Are you an Idaho gardener hoping to add some native wildflowers to your space? Wildflowers are integral to feeding many local pollinators, birds, and other small animals. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares some beautiful Idaho natives to add to your garden.