Gardening

The threat of frost is behind most of us, and I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for some gorgeous spring weather because you know what that means: time to prep your soil for planting!  I want to emphasize the importance of your soil when it comes to gardening. Consider it one of the …

If someone told you that you could grow a whole blueberry bush from a single squished berry, you might think they’ve been spending too much time in the sun. But it turns out that with the right conditions and a little bit of banana tea, you can do exactly that—and for almost no cost at …

Invasive plants are one of the most significant threats to biodiversity in parts of the country. These species proliferate and spread aggressively, competing against native plants for space, sunlight, water, and nutrients. In addition to degrading ecosystems, invasive plants can negatively affect the economy as they impact agriculture, outdoor recreation, and other sectors. The good …

I love planting a row of sunflowers along my vegetable garden fence. Their tall stalks add another level to the garden, and their large, yellow flowers bring sunny cheer. More than visual interest, though, sunflowers provide other benefits to the garden. They attract bees and other pollinators, which are essential for crops like squash and …

Growing tomatoes can be tricky and slow, but it doesn’t have to be that way. It can be really easy to learn how to make your tomato plants grow faster than ever before with just a few simple steps. Let’s explore how to accelerate your tomatoes’ growing process so you can enjoy vine-ripened fruits long …

Perfect for a sunny garden, irises produce beautiful, stunning flowers from the late spring into the summer, depending on the type of iris you chose. But what plants should you plant nearby, so your garden isn’t just full of irises? Finding unique companion plants for these flowers is easy when pairing them with other plants …

Knowing how to prune hydrangeas is actually such an important part of keeping these beautiful plants gorgeous throughout their blooming season. Hydrangeas are often foundational shrubs commonly found in gardens. Their blooms are large, striking in color, and they can form an attractive feature in front of a home, a walkway, or any other landscape. …

There’s something timeless about an old oak tree. Maybe it’s the swing that hangs from one of its branches, the cool shade it casts on summer afternoons, or the way it’s quietly witnessed years of backyard memories. But when it comes to landscaping beneath one, things get tricky. You might picture a lush, green lawn …

There’s something about the way a sweet-smelling rose can stop you in your tracks, filling the air with fragrance and making even an ordinary day feel a little more romantic. If you’ve always dreamed of having a garden filled with blooms that delight your senses every time you step outside, you’ll need to plant a …

One of the sweetest joys of gardening is finding little ways to make your garden help itself. If you’re looking to make homemade weed fertilizer, this joy can smell suspiciously like swamp stew. The next time you’re knee-deep in weeds and thinking the garden’s out to get you, remember this: you’re standing on a gold …