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Gardening Tips

How to Use Cloches and Critter Cages to Protect Young Plants

You just transplanted some tender young plants into your garden plot, and by the following day, they have already been eaten to the ground. What can you do to protect young plants from hungry herbivores? And what can help protect new transplants from a springtime cold snap? In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will discuss how to use both cloches and cages to protect your valuable young plants during their most vulnerable stages.

A hand delicately holds a vibrant red hibiscus flower, revealing its yellow pollens. The backdrop showcases the lush green leaves of the plant, with another captivating red bloom nearby. The ground beneath is adorned with neatly trimmed grass.

Shrubs

How to and When to Deadhead Hibiscus Plants

Do your hibiscus flowers need to be deadheaded but you don't know where to start? This process if fairly simple if you follow the right steps. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss outlines exactly how to deadhead your hibiscus plants this season.

Several slightly domed clusters of Hydrangea flowers bloom in a vibrant array of colors. The delicate petals showcase shades of pink, blue, purple, and yellow, creating a captivating spectacle. Intermingled among the blossoms, glimpses of lush green leaves add a refreshing touch of verdant beauty.

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How Long Does it Take For Hydrangea Blooms to Change Colors?

Are your hydrangea flowers the wrong color? This can be so disappointing. Luckily it is a simple process to change the color of your hydrangea flowers, but how long will this take? Will the blossoms change color in this growing season or will it take years and years? In this article, hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago will go over how long this process will take and how to do it correctly.

Lush perennial flowers with round yellow centers and white petals growing among full, dark green foliage in a border garden on a wall.

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Montauk Daisies

Are you considering adding Montauk daisies to your garden this season? It is easy to love the look of the crisp white and yellow daisies and the whimsy they add to your garden. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago will share all you need to know to grow and maintain these stunning perennials.

A close-up reveals the beauty of a blooming white gardenia flower, its delicate petals glistening with moisture. Behind the flower, the vibrant green leaves stand out, also displaying a moist appearance. In the blurred background, glimpses of other lush green leaves create a serene setting.

Shrubs

How Much and How Often Should You Water Gardenias?

Are you unsure how much or how often you should be watering your gardenias? These garden favorites have beautiful white blooms, but need the right amount of water for proper health. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares the proper watering frequency for these popular plants.

A hand tightly grips a pair of blue pruning shears in one hand, while the other hand carries a brown basket full of vibrant basil leaves. The basil plant, with its lush green leaves, fills the blurred background along with the earth it thrives upon.

Herbs

How and When to Harvest Basil This Season

Is your garden bursting at the seams with basil? Are you wondering when and how best to harvest for continued harvest and an abundant season? Join gardening expert Jenna Rich for a harvesting basil how-to.

A close-up on a vibrant swamp sunflower stands out with its radiant yellow petals, delicately stretching towards the sun. Its slender green stem supports the blossom, providing strength and stability. In the background, a gentle blur reveals a companion flower, adorned with lush green leaves, adding a touch of harmony to the scene.

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Swamp Sunflowers

Are you looking for an extra-showy, late-blooming perennial wildflower to brighten your landscape? Swamp sunflower may be just what you’re looking for. Whether you already have a swamp sunflower or are considering growing one, this big beauty is hard to miss, easy to grow, and much loved by pollinators. In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will share some tips for how to grow swamp sunflowers in your own yard.

A closeup of a Stokesia Laevis flower that boasts a cluster of mesmerizing, lavender petals arranged in a symmetrical formation. The vibrant cluster sits in a lush garden under the sun.

Companion Planting

19 Perennial Companion Plants for Blazing Star Flowers

Do you want to grow blazing star (Liatris spp.) and need some beautiful companion plants to grow with it? Blazing star is a spectacular native wildflower that also has some wonderful cultivars. Gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will introduce 19 ideal perennial companion plants to grow with your Liatris.

A close-up on a potted plant reveals small orange flowers blooming amid green leaves planted in an orange pot. In the blurred background, another potted green leafy plant can be seen behind.

Houseplants

31 Flowering Houseplants For Your Indoor Garden

Looking for some houseplants that will flower when grown indoors? There are quite a few to choose from, depending on your goals. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton shares her favorite flowering houseplants, with names and pictures of each!

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Cacti & Succulents

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Hoya Bella

Are you looking for a versatile houseplant? Hoya bella is a unique variety of hoya that makes for a wonderful indoor plant. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton shares all you need to know about this plant, including maintenance and care.