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With an aggressive vining growth habit and robust rhizomes, bindweed is one of the toughest weeds to remove from your garden. Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn some expert tips on how to rid your property of this pesky plant.
Many vining plants benefit from pruning, and squash is no exception! If you want to maximize your yields, consider pruning these rambling vines for increased pollination, airflow, and squash production. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains how to prune the simple way.
Are you tired of daily irrigation and high water bills? Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn seven ways you can conserve water in your garden during the heat of summer.
Petunias are a popular annual for a reason - they’re colorful, showy, heat-tolerant, and easy to grow. With the right plant selection and a few tricks up your sleeve, you can grow truly massive petunias. Whether you plant them in the ground, in containers, or in hanging baskets, huge petunias are a showstopper. Garden expert Christina Conner shares five tips for growing massive petunias.
California is unique because it has hundreds of ecological niches. These 29 native California plants offer many choices for these varied regions. Get your shovel ready, as we’ll discover the best native plant species for your home garden.
Raised beds offer the opportunity to showcase culinary and ornamental plants while solving challenging garden situations in beautiful and productive ways. Garden expert Katherine Rowe offers guidelines for starting a raised bed garden to fulfill your garden goals throughout the seasons.
As we glide into the heat of summer, lavender’s bloom sprays, silvery foliage, and refreshing aroma reenergize the garden. To ensure efficient watering and the healthiest plants, it is helpful to look at how much water these drought-tolerant beauties need. Here, garden expert Katherine Rowe explores lavender’s water needs and the variables to consider for flourishing herbs.
We usually don’t want fires in our garden, but flame weeding can provide a quick solution for aggressive weed seedlings. In this article, organic farmer Logan Hailey explains how to burn your weeds and important safety precautions to consider before grabbing a torch.
Deadheading roses is a simple way to promote plant health. It also lets us lay eyes on our plants and enjoy their blooms in the process. Explore the benefits and best way to deadhead with gardening expert Katherine Rowe to ensure healthy roses across the seasons.
Are you looking for something a little different to fill your raised beds this spring or fall? Cauliflower is a uniquely delicious, beautiful, cool-weather vegetable that you can grow in your garden and even in a raised bed. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares some insights on how to successfully grow cauliflower in a raised bed.
Clematis brings exotic beauty and vertical interest with its glorious flowers, vining stems, and attractive foliage, whether deciduous or evergreen. While a relatively carefree grower, clematis is susceptible to common fungal diseases that impact growth, flowering, and form. If detected early, plants can recover. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in a look at common issues for clematis and how to treat and prevent them.
Whether you love to eat bananas or just adore the look of tropical plants, a banana tree or two would make an excellent addition to your home garden. Some produce grocery-store-tier fruit and others are just ornamental, but each one can add something special to your space. Most are perennial in warm zones, but gardeners in cooler zones can grow them outside part-time, too. Plant biologist Emily Estep will walk you through the best banana trees for home gardens to help you get started.