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April is prime time for pruning! Which plants to cut depends on your growing zone and how warm the climate is. Some are early emergers, while others break buds in late spring. Native plant gardener Jerad Bryant shares 15 best plants to tackle this month.
There’s nothing like harvesting juicy, ripe tomatoes in the summer. To get an abundant summer crop, start some of your tomato seeds in April. In this article, horticulture expert Matt Dursum shows you the top tomato varieties to start planting before Easter.
Summer is on its way, and it won't be long before the irises are blooming. If your plants seem a bit crowded this year, it's probably time to divide them. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss walks through the correct way to split up your irises.
For many gardeners, it’s time to bring prized dahlia bulbs out of winter storage to plant once the risk of frost has passed. To ready the tubers for early growth and flowering, you can pre-sprout them. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores how to pre-sprout dahlias for earlier blooms this summer.
Iris borers are the larvae of a brown moth. They look like mini caterpillars that tunnel into iris leaves and rhizomes. The damage they cause is significant, which is why control is crucial. Get rid of pesky iris borers with these seven easy steps from seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
If you want to add drama to your flower beds, nothing does it quite as opulently as the bearded iris. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to admire the ruffles and frills of some of our favorite showy varieties.
Dahlias bring exquisite blooms over a long flowering season, which makes their care worthwhile. With spring as the prime time for planting and dividing, dahlias are top-of-mind for hooked gardeners. But don’t rush the process, as the tubers love warmth. Garden expert Katherine Rowe reviews the best time to plant dahlias outside for your growing zone.
Are you looking for a tree that produces intense flowers and delicious fruit? Look no further than productive and easy-to-grow ‘Rainier’ cherry trees. In this article, plant expert Matt Dursum covers how to plant, grow, and care for these wonderful cherries.
Don’t throw old potting soil away! It has many uses in the garden, from amending old beds to filling empty containers. You can refresh old mixes with these seven simple tricks from backyard gardener Jerad Bryant.
Do you love cleaning your garden in the spring? When temperatures warm up and your plants are ready to bloom, it’s tempting to get everything in order. However, horticulture expert Matt Dursum explains why you should delay spring cleanup for your garden’s resident birds.
With spring comes the prime time to divide certain perennials, including many natives. Whether dividing to expand the colony, restore growth and flowering, or manage size, the benefits bring renewal for those on our list. Garden expert Katherine Rowe reviews our favorite perennials that benefit from division in spring for long-lived performance.
Selecting flowers for the cutting garden is fun and exciting. There are endless options! Join cut flower gardener Melissa Strauss for some incredible focal point flowers for your floral arrangements.