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Spirea shrubs’ textured foliage and small flowers add beauty to all kinds of landscapes. And with so many species to choose from, you can likely find one that grows well in your garden. Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn how to plant and care for spirea.
If you're itching to get hold of some new plants, but it's not in the budget right now, don't despair. There are numerous ways to source plants for free or at a minimal cost. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her favorite ways to find free and low-cost additions to her collection.
Eat an apple and you’ll find a bunch of seeds inside! Plant these seeds, and apple trees will grow. But, how long will it take for them to grow apples? The answer may surprise you. Join former nurseryman Jerad Bryant in answering the question: Can you grow an apple tree from seed?
It isn’t always easy to match gerbera daisies’ ideal cultural conditions, but growing them in pots grants us the flexibility to control certain conditions. The right temperature, moisture, soil type, and sun exposure become more achievable with the portability of containers. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores how to provide the best potted environment for the delightful, bouncy blooms.
If you’re worried about those tomatoes cracking and splitting before they are ready to pick, don’t sweat it! Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has some tips to help you keep the cracks away and harvest plump, juicy tomatoes.
Fuchsias fill summer gardens with their hanging blooms and lush, green leaves. They’re perfect for hanging baskets, pots, planters, and containers. Learn how to give your fuchsias the best care with these five expert growing tips.
Keeping hungry plants on a regular feeding schedule is important, but in the summer it might be too hot to fertilize. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay covers what to do and what not to do when feeding heat-stressed plants.
Zinnias are a wonderful way to add quick and bold color to your summer garden. 'California Giants' do it in grand style. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to discuss growing and caring for your zinnias.
Trailing fuchsia brings a touch of the exotic to enliven our shady garden areas. In hanging baskets, top performers and award winners draw the attention of garden visitors, including pollinators like hummingbirds and butterflies. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe highlights outstanding trailing varieties for hanging baskets this season.
Fuchsias are abundant in summer. You’ll see them cascading over hanging baskets, filling raised beds, and decorating front porches. These shade lovers excel in home gardens, and some overwinter in mild regions! Learn how to plant, grow, and care for fuchsias alongside fuchsia lover Jerad Bryant.
Nobody dislikes zinnias, but many dislike the host of pests they bring to the garden. Follow along with master naturalist and experienced gardener Sarah Jay as she covers 7 common pests of zinnias and how to manage them.
Zinnias are famous for their variety! Some of the best ones are the extra-large bloomers. If you’re looking for a gorgeous zinnia, start with one of these seven extra-large blooming cultivars.