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Did you catch the magic of fireflies in the garden this summer? If so, support them all year with easy steps in fall (including less end-of-season maintenance). If you missed them, measures to increase garden biodiversity may help lure them. Not only flashy, but they also bring predatory and pollinator benefits. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores how to invite fireflies to the garden with a foundation this fall.
Maples come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and varieties! There are more than you can count. Former nurseryman Jerad Bryant includes 11 of the most spectacular maples on this list. These maple tree varieties appreciate a fall planting, and they’ll fill your yard with color next spring.
Fall is a transitional time for chickens and their owners. As egg laying and the weather cools off, there are many tasks you can carry out to protect your girls over the winter. Join chicken mom Melissa Strauss for some tips on caring for your chicks in the fall.
We love our classic orange pumpkins, but sometimes you want a little something different. Why not lean into the spooky vibes of Halloween and grow one of these fun and different varieties? They're certain to turn the heads of every trick-or-treater!
Spring bulbs are delightful, no matter how you plant them. Creating a meadow that looks effortless can be a bit of a challenge. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has some tips on getting it done the right way.
Is your apple tree missing fruit this year? Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn a few reasons why your tree may be bare.
If you have a ton of deciduous trees and you need to use them up, save them for your coop. Garden gold comes from fall leaves. Chickens can benefit too! Find out how you can repurpose that fallen foliage as experienced gardener Sarah Jay provides 5 ways to do so!
Deer are pesky pests in ornamental gardens! They’ll eat everything in sight and turn a blooming garden into a wasteland. Don’t try to protect your choice plants; instead, grow bulbs that deer dislike to discourage them from entering the garden. Former nurseryman Jerad Bryant shares 11 bulbs that deer tend to avoid.
The autumn color palette is one of our favorites! The warm shades remind us that it's time for bonfires and Holidays with family. Florida gardener Melissa Strauss shares some of the most colorful trees and shrubs for just about every growing zone!
Tulips and daffodils are easy to incorporate for a sweet welcome to spring. Their pop-up show of color lasts for weeks. Paired with other spring-flowering bulbs, the rolling arrangement is a dynamic succession of blooms. Leafy perennials soften the landing as bulbs fade. Garden expert Katherine Rowe highlights top companions to plant with tulips and daffodils for lasting landscape value.
Snowdrops are among the first flowering bulbs to emerge in the spring. They, as their name suggests, pop up when snow still lies on the ground. Their white-green flowers and strappy green leaves fill the yard with color and texture. Learn how to plant, grow, and care for these gorgeous bulbs alongside snowdrop enthusiast Jerad Bryant.
A lovely layered border of spring bulbs is just the thing to plant in your October garden. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares some stunning combinations that will dress up your landscape with stunning spring florals!