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A vibrant flowerbed of light yellow and violet mums and dark orange marigolds in full bloom, illustrating the contrast in mums vs. marigolds.

Flowers

Mums vs. Marigolds: Which is Best for Your Garden

Why not both? Mums and marigolds are superb flowers for gardens, veggie plots, and front doorsteps. They’re both incredibly decorative, but they have key differences in their growing habits. Learn which is best for you and your garden alongside seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.

A round head of purple and blue leaves, partially enclosed by large, waxy outer leaves with purple veins, is a classic example of fall cabbage varieties.

Seeds

9 Cabbage Varieties We’re Sowing Now for Fall

Whether crispy and crunchy or soft and tender, a full head of cabbage is a thing of beauty. Easy to grow, the crop goes far in the kitchen and, depending on the type, stores well for future enjoyment. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores top-performing, flavorful, nutrient-rich cabbage varieties to sow now for an autumn harvest.

Male hand holding dry, brown hollyhock seed heads with papery husks, ready for seed saving.

Seeds

How to Collect and Save Hollyhock Seeds

Hollyhocks grace the back of the border, foundation planting, and vase with unparalleled blooms. To enjoy more of our favorites, collecting and saving seeds is a straightforward process. Sowing is easy, too. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines how to save hollyhock seeds to extend the delight.

A lovely plant wall with thriving foliage of various colors, placed near bushes with pretty blooms

Ornamental Gardens

How To Create a Showstopping Plant Wall

Growing vertically maximizes space while enriching a living or garden area. They screen structures with dynamic visual appeal and limitless arrangements. Explore plant wall inspiration with gardening expert Katherine Rowe to energize our vertical realms.