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Pollinators love flowers! They rely on fragrant blooms for nectar and pollen—help these hungry critters by planting as many productive wildflowers as possible. There are thousands of shade-loving plants for pollinators; native plant gardener Jerad Bryant shares 19 of the best ones.
Mulch serves important purposes in the garden, but it's essential to know when to use it properly. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to discuss the right times to use mulch, as well as those that are less than ideal.
Growing raspberries at home allows you to enjoy the sweet and flavorful fruits at their peak. Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn how to grow these perennial berries in your garden.
Mulch is quintessential for healthy strawberry patches. There are plenty of types on the market, and each one has its pros and cons for gardeners. In this article, plant expert Matt Dursum covers the best mulch types for your strawberry patch and why they work.
Is there anything sweeter than a homegrown summer strawberry? Maybe one picked from a plant brimming with pink blooms. Gardener Katherine Rowe explores pink-flowering strawberry varieties to delight the hanging basket or container this season.
Direct sowing zinnia seeds is one of the easiest ways to ensure vibrant rounds of color in the summer landscape. The reliable annuals become fast favorites for beginners and tried-and-true staples for experienced gardeners. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe reviews the lax way to direct sow zinnias for high returns.
If you’re looking for the sweetest strawberry to grow in your garden this year, look no further than 'Albion' strawberries. These day-neutral plants are easy to grow and produce tons of delicious fruit. In this article, horticulture expert Matt Dursum shows you how to plant, grow, and care for these high-yielding berries.
Mountain hydrangeas bring the beauty of the classic bigleaf hydrangea in a more compact, durable, naturalistic form that spans hardiness zones. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines cold-hardy mountain hydrangea varieties to add to the collection for a long season of appeal.
Tomatoes are some of the best vegetables you can grow in your garden. If you’re a beginning gardener, you too can enjoy growing these fantastic plants. In this article, horticulture expert Matt Dursum covers the 21 foolproof tomato varieties anyone can grow.
If you have an old lilac, you’re probably familiar with the suckers that sprout from the roots! These suckers, or runners, can grow into new shrubs to fill your yard. Learn how to dig and transplant lilac runners alongside seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
Lilacs fill sunny yards with gorgeous and fragrant blooms! The last thing you want to see is your leafy lilac without blooms. The main reason for planting one is to enjoy its incredible flowers, so you’ll want to ensure they appear. Learn these nine reasons why a lilac won’t bloom so you can find a proper solution!
Strawberries are delicious, nutritious, and easy to grow! They sprout off perennial rosettes that need some care to perform their best. Follow these nine tips from seasoned grower Jerad Bryant and you’ll have bigger, sweeter homegrown strawberries in no time.