Information Does your fiddle leaf fig plant have problems that you can't seem to fix? Perhaps they have wilted leaves, or your plant is just dying outright. There are many different causes, depending on what's happening with your plant. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton takes a look at the most common problems with fiddle leaf fig plants! By Madison Moulton Last updated: August 28, 2022 | 10 min read Fiddle Leaf Figs are one of the most common houseplants on the market, and certainly the most popular indoor tree....

Vegetables If you are planning on adding some cabbage to your garden this season, picking the right variety can be a challenge. There are many different types of cabbage you can choose from, so how do you pick? In this article, gardening expert Logan Hailey examines her favorite types of cabbage to grow in your garden this season! By Logan Hailey Last updated: May 22, 2022 | 11 min read Cabbage is a staple vegetable in cuisines across the world....

Fruit Cantaloupe is ground grown fruit that's easy to grow, and great for gardeners that are just starting in their gardening journey. However, there's some important plant-based knowledge that you'll need to have a successful harvest. In this article, Gardening expert Taylor Sievers guides you through everything you'll need to successfully plant, grow, and care for cantaloupe. By Taylor Sievers Last updated: May 20, 2022 | 15 min read Cantaloupe is one of the easier vine fruits to grow, depending on your geographic location and skill level as a gardener....

Flowers Hellebore flowers have become a shade darling for many gardeners. Their beautiful blooms come in a wide variety of different colors and they can also grow easily in many different climates. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago walks through each step of growing hellebore flowers in your garden, and their care. By Jill Drago Last updated: November 7, 2022 | 16 min read Winters without plants can be long and dreary for gardeners....

Vines Thinking of adding some vines to your garden this season, but need to make sure they are suitable for drier climates? There are quite a few vines that are surprisingly drought tolerant and can grow in even the most arid environments. In this article, we look at our favorite drought tolerant climbing vines, with names and pictures of each! By Jason White Last updated: December 23, 2022 | 11 min read If you live in a particularly dry climate, such as the arid portions of the western United States, a lush, green desert paradise may seem unattainable....

Flowers Looking for the perfect companions to grow with your tulips this season? There are many different plants that grow quite well alongside these popular flowers. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros looks at her favorite tulip companion plants for your garden this seaason. By Liz Jaros Last updated: December 14, 2022 | 9 min read A delight to the senses when they return each spring, tulips are a beautiful garden force all on their own....

Flowers Do you live in Florida but are frustrated by finding flowers that will bloom, even with the intense heat and humidity of the summer? The good news is, there are many options that can not only withstand the heat, but they can bloom all year! In this article, we look at our favorite flowers for Florida flower gardens that will bloom all year! By Jason White Last updated: November 30, 2022 | 11 min read Florida isn’t the Sunshine State for no reason....

Flowers Are you looking to add some red peonies to your flower garden this season? There are many different types of red peonies you can grow, so picking the right flower can be difficult. In this article, we look at our favorite peonies with red blooms to help you add some bold color to your flower beds! By Jason White Last updated: November 7, 2022 | 10 min read The red peony is a favorite flower for gardens and bouquets, and there are many good reasons why....

Flowers Are you planting tulips this fall? There are a few things you can do to ensure you have tulip beds full of beautiful tulips this spring! In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros shares her top tips for planting tulip bulbs successfully this fall. By Liz Jaros Last updated: October 31, 2022 | 8 min read You’ve raked the leaves and cut back the perennials. The porch pumpkins have begun to rot, and your mums are not long for this world....

Information Are your tomato's leaves turning yellow, and you aren't quite sure why? There are actually many different reasons this can happen! In this article, homesteader and garden expert Meredith Cohrs examines the many reasons why your tomato plant's leaves are turning yellow, and how you can fix it! By Merideth Cohrs Last updated: October 4, 2022 | 8 min read Tomatoes are an iconic home garden vegetable. They’re beautiful, delicious, and fairly easy to grow....

Shrubs Thinking of planting azaleas but aren't sure if they will come back each year? Azaleas are beautiful flowering shrubs, and it's important to understand about their life cycle before you start planting. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines if azaleas are classified as annual, biennial, or perennial shrubs! By Jill Drago Last updated: December 1, 2022 | 4 min read When spring arrives our eyes are usually on the precious flowering spring bulbs that are emerging out of a frosty ground....

Plants Hostas are very versatile plants, and depending on the variety can grow in a wide number of different climates. But do they prefer partial to full shade? And can they actually take full sun? Unfortunately, the answer isn't quite that simple. In this article, we look at the optimal sunlight conditions for growing hostas, so you can plant these awesome low growing plants in the perfect place in your garden....

Fruit Thinking of planting some jackfruit trees in your backyard, or somewhere in your home garden, but aren't sure where to start? Jackfruit can be a unique tree to grow, but they do best in certain hardiness zones, and perform well with certain soil types. Find out how to plant, grow, and care for Jackfruit in your backyard or home garden. By Jason White Last updated: February 18, 2022 | 16 min read Ever wonder what that giant melon-sized oblong fruit is when you pass by a local Asian produce section?...

Flowers Need to prep your roses for winter this season, but aren't sure where to start? Winter care can be a challenge for some plants, including roses. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood shares her top tips for keeping your rose bushes protected this winter. By Danielle Sherwood Last updated: December 12, 2022 | 7 min read Roses have a reputation for being dainty divas, but they are actually pretty tough plants....

Information Are your cosmos flowers having problems this season? While these popular flowers are fairly hardy, they do have a few common issues that can pop up from time to time. In this article, gardening expert and cut flower farmer Taylor Sievers walks through the most common problems with cosmos flowers! By Taylor Sievers Last updated: September 14, 2022 | 12 min read Cosmos species, particularly C. bipinnatus and C. sulphureus, are charming, whimsical flowers also known as Mexican asters....

Information When starting your very own organic garden, you may be curious if certain fertilizers are safe to use. Miracle-Gro is a commercially available fertilizer, and you may be asking yourself if this product is safe to use given its popularity. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey examines if Miracle Gro's products are safe and effective to use when gardening organically. By Logan Hailey Last updated: March 30, 2022 | 5 min read When it comes to organic gardening, most people think about growing food without toxic pesticides....

Vegetables Celery is one of the more popular green vegetables you can add to your garden. They are a hardy plant, and make an excellent addition to any salad or spring mix. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey teaches you the proper steps to plant, grow, and care for celery in your garden this season. By Logan Hailey Last updated: February 18, 2022 | 17 min read Celery has a reputation for being very challenging to grow....

Information Are you considering growing nasturtiums with your vegetables this season, but aren't sure if you should? Not only can you grow them together, but there's actually benefits to doing so! In this article, suburban homesteader and gardening expert Merideth Cohrs walks through 11 reasons to plant vegetables and nasturtiums together this season. By Merideth Cohrs Last updated: August 25, 2022 | 8 min read Nasturtiums were the first flowering plant I learned to add to my vegetable garden....

Succulents Thinking of adding some Kalanchoe to your indoor or outoor garden, but aren't sure where to start? There are many different varieties to choose form, depending on your goals. In this articcle, gardening expert Melissa Strauss looks at the many different types of Kalanchoe, with names and pictures of each! By Melissa Strauss Last updated: January 12, 2023 | 18 min read This intriguing genus of plants encompasses more than 100 species (and many more hybrid varieties) of hardy, low-maintenance, evergreen succulent plants, mostly native to Madagascar and South Africa....

Houseplants Before purchasing an indoor houseplant for your garden, it's important to understand how long of a commitment you are making. Not all houseplants have the same lifespans, so it's best to understand how long you'll be caring for your plant if they are well taken care of. In this article, amateur gardener Jason White examines the average lifespan of a houseplant, and how to extend their life. By Jason White Last updated: May 20, 2022 | 12 min read Indoor plants are one of the best things you can have inside your home....