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Fruit Are you thinking of adding some apple trees to your garden this season, but aren't quite sure when you should actually plant them? Depending on your location, there's a few best practices to follow. In this article, gardening expert Merideth Corhs walks through the best times of year to plant Apple trees in your garden. By Merideth Cohrs Last updated: November 24, 2022 | 6 min read There is an old saying that “the best time to plant a tree is twenty years ago....

Houseplants The aglaonema silver bay might have an interesting name, but this sturdy houseplant has become quite a bit more popular in recent years. This Chinese evergreen plant is easy to care for and grows well in indoor settings. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton talks through how to plant, grow, and care for aglaonema silver bay as your next houseplant. By Madison Moulton Last updated: May 25, 2022 | 16 min read Variegated houseplants are becoming more popular by the day....

Information Did you recently notice some brown or black spots on your bell peppers, but aren't sure what's causing it? There are actually a few reasons this might occur, so properly diagnosing the problem is imperative. In this article, we take a look at the most common reasons you may find spots on your bell peppers, and how to fix them when possible. By Jason White Last updated: October 10, 2022 | 5 min read Bell peppers are a favorite plant for many gardeners and farmers....

Vegetables If you are growing cucumbers in raised beds this season, you've joined the legions of gardeners that absolutely love growing this popular garden veggie every season. But how do you maximize your cucumber yield when growing in raised beds? In this article, gardening expert and homesteader Merideth Corhs provides her top tips for a bountiful cucumber harvest from your raised garden beds! By Merideth Cohrs Last updated: November 17, 2022 | 16 min read After tomatoes, cucumbers are one of the most popular vegetables to plant in the home garden....

Information If you've found squirrels in your garden, it's agitating to say the least. These little critters can be notorious for making off with some of your harvest. So once you've found them lurking around, how do you get rid of them? And more importantly, how do you prevent them from coming back? In this article, we walk through everything you need to know. By Jason White Last updated: February 17, 2022 | 7 min read Squirrels are often one of the most noticeable pests in your garden....

Vines Are you looking for a unique hydrangea to plant in your garden this season? The hydrangea anomala may be slightly less popular than others, but it's no less beautiful. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago examines everything you need to know about the hydrangea anomala and their care. By Jill Drago Last updated: November 24, 2022 | 10 min read Hydrangeas are beautiful flowering shrubs, but did you know that there are also climbing hydrangeas?...

Trees Magnolia trees are beloved by many gardeners for their fragrant blooms and dark leafy foliage. There are many different magnolia trees to choose from, so where do you start? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss walks through the most popular types of magnolia trees, as well as everything you need to know about their maintenance and care. By Melissa Strauss Last updated: December 10, 2022 | 16 min read Magnolia trees are prized for their elegant shape, their beautiful foliage, and their overall hardiness....

Flowers Have you heard that you can water an orchid with just ice cubes? Perhaps you've even considered trying it out? Many gardeners tend to have mixed feelings on this topic. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss examines if watering orchids with ice cubes is just another gardening fad, or something you should put into practice with your plants. By Melissa Strauss Last updated: January 4, 2023 | 5 min read The question of whether to use ice cubes when watering your orchids has become quite the quandary....

Information Growing strawberries in your garden is a great garden activity no matter your skill level. But unfortunately, strawberries can be plagued by certain different types of diseases. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through how to identify, prevent, and treat common diseases your garden strawberries may be affected by. By Logan Hailey Last updated: December 10, 2022 | 5 min read Strawberries are easy to grow, and are vigorous and resilient perennial plants....

Flowers Looking for some orange lilies to brighten your garden this season? Lilies bloom in many different colors, but their bright orange blooms are favorites of many gardeners. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros lists her favorite lilies with orange blooms, including names and pictures of each! By Liz Jaros Last updated: December 22, 2022 | 6 min read A symbol of optimism and energy, the color orange commands attention in the landscape and will often set the tone for garden pairings....

Plants Looking to propagate lavender from cuttings this season but aren't quite sure where to start? Propagation fromk cuttings is one of the most popular ways to expand your lavender crop. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through 7 simple steps for successfully propagating lavender in your garden. By Logan Hailey Last updated: October 6, 2022 | 9 min read If you’ve been wanting to get a bunch of free baby lavender plants from an existing lavender plant, this is the guide for you....

Houseplants Thinking of adding a monstera as a houseplant, or perhaps in your ornamental outdoor garden? There are many different types of monstera, so choosing one variety can be a bit tricky! In this article, we look at our favorite monstera varieties, with names and picture identification for each! By Jason White Last updated: October 7, 2022 | 9 min read Monsteras have become a very popular houseplant over the last several years....

Houseplants Looking to grow a beautiful hoya plant indoors? While hoyas are fairly easy to care for, there are additional measures you can take to truly maximize the growth and beauty of this fantastic plant! In this article, gardening and houseplant expert Madison Moulton gives you her favorite tips to grow thriving hoya plants indoors. By Madison Moulton Last updated: July 7, 2022 | 8 min read With so much variety in species, type, color and more, there is so much to love about the Hoya genus....

Succulents Looking to add some cactus plants to the inside of your home, but aren't sure where to start? There are plenty of different indoor-friendly cactus plants you can add to your indoor garden. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss lists out some of her favorite cactus plants to grow inside your home. By Melissa Strauss Last updated: December 29, 2022 | 10 min read Cacti have a long and illustrious history of being a fashionable houseplant....

Flowers Thinking of adding some color to your garden, and have settled on some bright orange? Finding the right balance of colors in any flower garden is critical, especially if you want these flowers to come back each year. In this article, we look at our favorite orange perennial flowers that will help bring a bit of energy to your flower garden this season, and many more after it. By Jason White Last updated: April 7, 2022 | 11 min read If you’re looking for a fun pop of color in your garden or landscape, consider adding orange perennial flowers....

Information Have you heard that coffee grounds can turn the blooms of your hydrangeas blue? Or perhaps they can make your blue hydrangeas have even brighter blooms this season? In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago gets to the bottom of this "garden hack" to help you determine if it's myth, fact, or somewhere in between. By Jill Drago Last updated: November 18, 2022 | 5 min read Blue hydrangeas are the envy of gardeners everywhere....

Flowers Did you plant some peonies this season, but want to find out how to get the most out of their blooms? These prolific bloomers can be the star of any garden, with proper care. In this article, certified master gardener and peony enthusiast Laura Elsner walks through her top tips for big, beautiful, and blooming peonies! By Laura Elsner Last updated: November 7, 2022 | 8 min read If you’ve planted peonies this season, you likely want to maximize their bright, beautiful colors, and keep them blooming as long as you can....

Vegetables Thinking of planting some brussel sprouts in your garden this season, but not sure if these two plants are quite compatible together? In this article, gardening expert and homesteader Merideth Cohrs examines if it's a good idea to plant brussel sprouts next to your tomatoes this season! By Merideth Cohrs Last updated: September 1, 2022 | 4 min read Brussels sprouts are really quite an interesting plant. Sprouts might look like small cabbages, but they certainly do not grow similarly....

Houseplants If you are thinking of adding a philodendron to your indoor or outdoor garden, choosing the right variety can be a challenge because there are so many different options. Some are more expensive and considered rare, while others are more common, but just as beautiful. In this article, we look at our favorite philodendron varieties, with names and pictures of each! By Jason White Last updated: July 10, 2022 | 35 min read Are you thinking about adding a Philodendron plant to your collection but aren’t sure which one is best?...

Plants Thinking of planting some hostas in pots or containers, but aren't sure what to plant them with? Hostas can companion plant well with many different options, but which ones will perform in a tight space like a pot, or container? In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner walks through her favorite hosta companions when container planting in your garden. By Laura Elsner Last updated: October 28, 2022 | 8 min read Hostas are one of my all time favorite perennials....