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Flowers Zinnias are a flowering favorite for many gardeners. But if you are new to zinnias in your garden, you may be wondering if they reseed themselves. In this article, gardening and flower expert Taylor Sievers examines if zinnias drop seeds, or if you'll be replanting them every year on your own. By Taylor Sievers Last updated: April 15, 2022 | 6 min read In my mind, Summer in the cut flower garden conjures up images of hot, vibrant colors and the feel of rough leaves scratching at my arms as I wade through my waist-deep patch of ‘Benary’s Giant’ zinnias....

Flowers If you are looking for a beautifully unique blue flower that adds some variety to your garden, look no further than the globe thistle. This unique plant has some strikingly beautiful blue flowers, and is fairly easy to care for depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton walks through how to plant, grow, and care for this amazing plant. By Madison Moulton Last updated: February 18, 2022 | 14 min read A perennial garden is incomplete without Blue Globe Thistle....

Flowers Are you trying to deadhead your coneflowers this season, but aren't quite sure where to start? Deadheading is fairly straightforward, but can take a bit of practice. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago takes you through five simple steps for deadheading your echinacea this season! By Jill Drago Last updated: December 5, 2022 | 6 min read Is your garden jam packed with bright and happy coneflowers? In the summertime these perennial beauties fill gardens with colorful daisy-like flowers that are not only beautiful but attract a variety of birds and other pollinators to your gardens....

Information Are you starting a garden, either organic or non-organic, and aren't sure if you should use Neem Oil with your plants? Neem oil has many benefits that you can consider, but what does it do when it comes to gardening? In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey takes a look at neem oil and if it's safe to use both in traditional gardens, or if you are gardening organically....

Vines Thinking of planting a vine with orange flowers this season, but aren't sure where to start? The good news is, there are many different vines and climbers that sport bright, beautiful, orange flowers. In this article, you'll learn all about our favorite orange flowering vines, and where they can grow. By Jason White Last updated: June 9, 2022 | 7 min read Are you interested in planting vines with orange flowers in your garden but unsure which one to plant?...

Information Are your African Violets wilting and dying unexpectedly? There are a number of different reasons that this can happen with these popular flowering houseplants. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen looks at the different reasons your African Violets may be wilting, and dying early. By Liessa Bowen Last updated: December 20, 2022 | 6 min read African Violets are beautiful houseplants that can bloom year round. They have a reputation for being a bit fussy, but given the right conditions, they are easy to grow in the home environment....

Plants Thinking of adding some avocado trees to your Tennessee home or yard? Tennessee is covers two different hardiness zones (5b-8a) and the growing conditions are slightly different in each zone. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton considers if you can grow avocado trees in this southern state. By Madison Moulton Last updated: November 4, 2021 | 4 min read Tennessee has an ideal climate for growing many fruit trees....

Flowers Want to know how long Orange Star Plants live? These Southern African natives are popular perennial bulbs with a long lifespan. But to get the most out of them, they need proper care and maintenance. Gardening expert Madison Moulton discusses how long these plants live for and how you can extend their lifespan as long as possible. By Madison Moulton Last updated: March 25, 2022 | 6 min read Orange Star Plants, featuring captivating bright orange flowers in the classic star-shape that gave it its common name, are ideal additions to any flower garden....

Succulents If you are looking for something that's a little more unique to add to your garden, a purple succulent might be exactly what you need! In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss walks through her favorite purple succulents to add to your indoor or outdoor garden. By Melissa Strauss Last updated: January 12, 2023 | 16 min read Creating a succulent garden can be an incredibly interesting and fulfilling project, whether you are building an outdoor rock garden, a hanging basket, or an indoor collection of these fascinating plants....

Vegetables Zucchini can make a wonderful addition to just about any garden. It's uses are practically endless, and they are very easy to grow and care for. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through each step you'll need to follow in order to plant, grow, and care for Zucchini. By Logan Hailey Last updated: July 25, 2022 | 19 min read Whether you love zucchini bread, veggie sautees, or trendy “zoodles,” zucchini is an essential crop for every home garden and kitchen....

Houseplants Looking for a low maintenance houseplant that will grow while being pretty hands off? There are a number of beautiful houseplants that can be fairly low maintenance if you have a busy work schedule, or travel quite a bit. In this article, we look at our favorite houseplants that have fairly low maintenance levels. By Jason White Last updated: December 29, 2022 | 17 min read If you’re looking for low-maintenance houseplants to add to your indoor garden, you should first consider the environment your new plants will call home....

Houseplants Are you thinking of propagating your Monstera to create some additional plants for yourself or other houseplant loving friends? Monstera propagation is fairly straight forward, and even novice gardeners can propagate them with success. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton explains how to propagate monstera plants in five simple steps! By Madison Moulton Last updated: November 24, 2022 | 9 min read If you’re an avid houseplant collector or even a newbie in the indoor gardening world, you will certainly recognize a Monstera when you see one....

Flowers Orchids can be picky about their growing conditions, which makes them great indoor flowers. There are also a few things you can do to maximize their blooms. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her top tips for growing beautiful orchids indoors! By Melissa Strauss Last updated: January 11, 2023 | 9 min read Orchids have quite a reputation for being fussy and difficult to grow indoors. In the wild, orchids require little more than a tree to grow on and regular rainfall and humidity....

Flowers Thinking of planting some white flowers in your home garden? Between annuals and perennials, there are a wide variety of white flowers that will liven up your yard, or provide some balance to a brightly colored flower garden. In this massive guide, we take a look at over 50 of our favorite white flowers, with names and pictures of each! By Jason White Last updated: November 19, 2022 | 27 min read White flowers are one of the best ways to tie a garden together and add brightness to the landscape....

Vegetables Swiss chard is often a favorite crop amongst amateur gardeners. But finding the perfect Swiss chard variety for your garden can be a challenge, due to each of them being slightly different! In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey examines 12 different types of Swiss chard, and what you can expect from each of them. By Logan Hailey Last updated: February 18, 2022 | 10 min read When we think of Swiss Chard, many people imagine rainbow chard, which is actually just a colorful family of chard seeds that come together in a packet....

Vegetables Looking to grow some great garden zucchini this season? Growing a healthy zucchini harvest is more of an art form than science. These fast growers are a garden favorite, but it's always important to maximize your yields, and there are several ways to do just that. In this article, homesteader and gardening expert Merideth Cohrs provides her top tips for growing great garden zucchini this season! By Merideth Cohrs Last updated: July 25, 2022 | 14 min read Zucchini and summer squash are a true garden staple....

Plants Trying to find the perfect plants or flowers to plant in your home or garden to attract butterflies? Butterflies can have a wide number of different benefits, especially for pollination purposes. There are a number of different plant species that will have these beautiful insects flocking to your yard. In this article, we examine some of our favorites. By Jason White Last updated: November 9, 2022 | 17 min read Butterflies are beautiful insects that most people love to see and are often associated with transformation and hope....

Shrubs Planting hibiscus in your garden can be a challenge if you don't know what type of hibiscus to plant! There are many different varieties, with different colored flowers that can grow across many different hardiness zones. In this article, we examine our favorite types of hibiscus varieties for your home or garden space! By Jason White Last updated: June 9, 2022 | 20 min read Hibiscus flowers are beautiful and tropical-looking flowers....

Fruit Are you thinking of growing cucumbers with your strawberries this season? Companion planting has many benefits, but some companion plants can also create more problems. In this article, homesteader and gardening expert Meredith Cohrs examines if planting strawberries with your cucumbers is a good idea or not. By Merideth Cohrs Last updated: June 30, 2022 | 7 min read As someone who gardens in a small area, I love companion planting....

Flowers Are you looking to provide your canna lilies the right amount of sun to enjoy their beautiful blooms? Too much sun can cook your plants, and too little can stunt flowering. In this article, gardening expert Paige Folely examines if canna lilies thrive in full sun, partial shade, or full shade. By Paige Foley Last updated: October 20, 2022 | 5 min read Canna lilies are dramatic bloomers and will be the focal point of any garden or container....