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Black plastic trays neatly arranged in rows, each holding a promising array of delicate plant and flower seedlings. The uniformity of the trays creates an organized visual appeal, providing a glimpse into the meticulous process of nurturing these young plants.

How to Harden Off Seedlings: 7 Simple Tips

Are you wondering how to harden off seedlings and ease their transition to the outdoors? Join vegetable farmer Briana Yablonski as she shares seven tips for successfully hardening off seedlings.

close up of hands holding an enclosed glass terrarium filled with pretty textured plants and rocks.

Houseplants

How to Make a Terrarium: A Step-by-Step Guide

Have you ever looked at a beautiful terrarium and wanted one of your own? In this article, gardening expert Wendy Moulton explores this captivating art form and each step to get you there. You may be surprised at how easy it is to create a mini ecosystem with the right tools and info. Let's dig deeper into terrariums and how to make one.

A sunflower's crown, forged in fire and spun from gold, bursts open to the sun's warm embrace. Velvety petals radiate outwards, their tips ablaze with the kiss of light. Golden fire dances on their edges, setting alight the pollen's secret dust, a million tiny stars glittering within.

Gardening Tips

What is the Difference Between Full Sun and Direct Sun?

If you’re confused about the sunlight requirements for your plants, rest assured that you aren’t the only one. While full sun and direct sun are sometimes used interchangeably, they have a few nuances. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains how you can optimize plants’ light exposure to ensure happy, healthy leaves.

A close-up of vibrant orange daylilies. These daylilies boast vivid orange petals with delicate ruffled edges, showcasing a rich, warm hue. Their slender, elongated leaves sprawl gracefully, presenting a deep green color and smooth, blade-like contours.

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Daylilies

Do you want to grow bright and colorful daylilies in your gardens? In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago gives you tips on how to plant, grow, and care for these beautiful perennials.

Brown and white pots neatly arranged against a white wall. Each pot contains a unique houseplant, showcasing a variety of shapes and colors. One houseplant rests atop a charming wooden ladder, adding a touch of natural beauty to the space.

Trees

21 Beautiful Trees You Can Grow Indoors in Pots and Containers

Trees add height, fill space, and bring a touch of the outdoors into your home with little effort from you. Houseplant expert Madison Moulton lists 23 trees perfect for growing as houseplants in containers.

A close-up of a cluster of ripe, red tomatoes growing on a vine. The tomatoes are plump and juicy, with a glossy sheen. The backdrop is a blur of green leaves and red tomatoes, suggesting that the cluster is part of a larger tomato plant.

Vegetables

Determinate Vs. Indeterminate Tomatoes: What’s The Difference?

The terms determinate and indeterminate refer to how tomato plants grow, but they also impact fruit sets, trellising methods, and more. Join vegetable farmer Briana Yablonski as she explains the differences between determinate and indeterminate tomatoes.

Houseplants

27 Statement Houseplants for a Gorgeous Indoor Garden

What makes a statement plant? Is it its size, the color of the leaves, or the flowers? Or could it be because it stands out around other plants? To make a statement, you need at least one feature that will make you gravitate towards it to take a closer look. Here, gardening expert Wendy Moulton shares her list of plants that have that magnificence that attracts us to grow houseplants in the first place.

Trees

21 Oak Tree Varieties for Your Landscape

Are you looking for the ideal oak for your landscape? Luckily, there are oak tree species that are well adapted to just about any growing conditions, so no matter where you live, there’s an oak tree for you! In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will introduce 25 beautiful oak trees to liven up your landscape.

A close-up of Purple Culver's Root. The vibrant purple blooms stand out, some still in the youthful green stage below. In the blurred background, lush greenery complements the blossoms, creating a visually captivating scene.

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Culver’s Root

Are you curious about growing Culver’s root? This native wildflower has grown in popularity in recent years, and for good reason. It is easy to grow, low maintenance, and virtually trouble-free. In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will discuss the proper care and maintenance of these beautiful and versatile native plants.

Seeds

How to Sow Seeds in Cell Trays

Master Naturalist Sarah Jay is getting ready for seed-starting at her home in Texas. In this piece, she considers seed cells, their use, and the types out there on the market.

One of the perennials for pots placed in a cute basket is filled with planted fuchsia violas and English daisies.

Flowers

21 Best Perennials for Pots and Containers

For some gardeners, nothing beats a dynamic perennial in the garden. Our garden favorites also make gorgeous arrangements in pots and containers. Join garden professional Katherine Rowe in exploring beautiful perennial options to enliven the container garden.

Houseplants

How To Use Sticky Traps To Get Rid of Houseplant Pests

Bothersome flying houseplant pests can be reduced with the help of yellow sticky traps, along with targeted treatment for the specific pest problem. Houseplant expert Madison Moulton explains how to use sticky traps for houseplant pests for maximum effectiveness.

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