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zucchini mistakes

Plant Problems

15 Mistakes to Avoid When Growing Zucchini This Season

Are you having some challenges getting zucchini to grow well? Zucchini has a reputation for being that one garden vegetable that grows in incredible abundance, but it isn’t always so easy to grow great squash! In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen discusses 15 mistakes to avoid to improve your zucchini harvest this season.

A close-up of delicate white yarrow flowers, creating a striking contrast against the blurred background of lush green stems and leaves. The tiny blossoms are tightly clustered together, exuding a sense of unity and harmony in nature.

Herbs

11 Benefits of Having Yarrow in Your Garden

Have you ever wondered about the benefits of growing yarrow in your garden? Yarrow is both easy to grow and quite beneficial for the home gardener. In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will introduce you to 11 wonderful benefits of yarrow!

A small pod adorned with a mesmerizing waterfall, creating a tranquil oasis in nature. The gentle cascade flows into a serene pond, surrounded by a delightful assortment of plants and blooming flowers, adding a burst of colors to the landscape.

Flowers

35 Flowers For a Lush, Tropical Garden

Are you building a tropical oasis or looking for the perfect tropical flowering houseplant to add to your collection? Here, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her favorite tropical flowering plants, perfect for the home or garden.

baking soda hydrangeas

Shrubs

Is Baking Soda Good or Bad For Hydrangeas?

Baking soda is often recommended for hydrangeas for a range of uses, from changing flower color to disease control. But not all these recommendations have the science to back them up. Gardening expert Madison Moulton discusses whether baking soda is good or bad for your hydrangeas.

bicolor iris

Flowers

9 Reasons to Plant Bicolor Irises This Season

Interested in growing some bicolor iris this year but not sure if it’s the right plant for you? Wondering what kind of iris you can grow in your southern garden? In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros offers 9 reasons why you might want to give this lesser-known, warm-climate iris a closer look.

sea holly

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Sea Holly

Thinking about adding sea holly to your gardens this year? These sun-loving perennials produce stunning purplish-blue flowers that can fill your most hard-to-plant areas. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares all you need to know about growing and caring for sea holly.

An abundant display of orange trumpet vine flowers creates a captivating scene, drawing the eye with their brilliant hues and delicate trumpet-like shapes. The surrounding leaves gracefully frame the profusion of blooms, adding a lush green backdrop.

Vines

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Trumpet Vine

You have probably seen trumpet vines. They are big and bold with large, showy, deep-orange trumpet-shaped flowers. Are you interested in growing a trumpet vine in your home garden? In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will discuss the proper care and maintenance of these hefty vines.

indoor herbs

Herbs

11 Herbs You Can Grow Indoors Year Round

Thinking of planting an indoor herb garden but don't know where to start? There are many herbs you can grow almost exclusively indoors. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares her favorite herbs to include in your indoor herb garden.

august crops

Vegetables

21 Crops to Plant in August for Fall Harvests

Are you unsure of which crops to start seeding in the month of August? Believe it or not, August is a great month to start seeding crops for fall harvesting. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares her favorite crops to put into the ground starting in August for a great fall harvest.

radicchio companions

Companion Planting

11 Companion Plants to Grow with Radicchio

Radicchio is a cool-season crop that adds a crunch to any dish. This leafy green can be paired with several different vegetables in your garden this season. In this article, gardening expert Kaleigh Brillon goes over all the plants you can grow with radicchio in the garden.

Flooded garden after El Nino stormfront

Gardening Tips

What Does El Niño Mean For Your Garden?

Are you wondering what El Niño means for the weather in your region and your garden? There can be many different impacts, depending on your geographic location and local microclimate. In this article, gardening expert Sarah Jay outlines what you can expect, and how to prepare.