Flowers Thinking of using Epsom salt in your orchid care routine? In this article, gardening expert and orchid enthusiast Melissa Strauss examines if it's safe to use epsom salts when caring for orchids, or if it's just another orchid maintenance myth you should ignore when caring for your plants. By Melissa Strauss Last updated: January 13, 2023 | 5 min read The internet, it seems, has created for gardeners a bit of a conundrum....
Vegetables Thinking of adding some companion plants to your zucchini garden, but aren't sure what to pair them with? There are plenty of plants you can grow with zucchini, even if it tends to take over a garden area. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey walks through her favorite zucchini companions for the garden. By Logan Hailey Last updated: July 5, 2022 | 10 min read With their many uses in the kitchen and low maintenance requirements, zucchini are among the hardest working garden vegetables around....
Shrubs If your hydrangeas are cooking from the heat this season, you are not alone! The good news is, there's a few actions you can take to keep them thriving. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago walks through her top tips to help your hydrangeas stay alive and look their best during hot summer temperatures. By Jill Drago Last updated: November 22, 2022 | 7 min read All winter long we look forward to summer....
Information Are you planting hydrangeas this season, but looking to avoid some of the most common problems that plague hydrangea owners? There are several common problems that hydrangeas can face after they are planted, and in this ariticle, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago will take you through each problem, and how to avoid them! By Jill Drago Last updated: January 7, 2023 | 10 min read Hydrangeas are well loved for many of their wonderful garden attributes including their ability to grow in the shade as well as their amazing flowers....
Flowers Are you trying to grow anemones in pots or containers this season? These beautiful flowers make great container plants, but there are a few things you can do to ensure they have a longer lifespan. In this article, gardening expert and cut flower farmer Taylor Sievers shares her top tips for growing magnificent anemones in pots or containers! By Taylor Sievers Last updated: October 17, 2022 | 7 min read Anemones, or Grecian windflowers, are adorable members of the family Ranunculaceae–the buttercup family....
Information Companion planting in your garden can be as much of an art as it is science. There are many considerations to take, especially when trying to plant for pest prevention, or other symbiotic benefits. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through some of the top companion planting mistakes you'll want to avoid this season! By Logan Hailey Last updated: July 1, 2022 | 8 min read Whether you’re a beginner or veteran gardener, no season goes by without its share of challenges....
Information Are your camellias having issues this season, but you aren't quite sure what could be causing them? Camellias can be picky plants and have a few common problems that they encounter. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss looks at some of the most common issues with camellias. By Melissa Strauss Last updated: November 17, 2022 | 7 min read Camellias are a wonderful, flowering evergreen plant that takes center stage in gardens during the winter months....
Flowers Are you thinking of planting some chrysanthemums this season, but want to know if they will come back each year before you start putting them in the ground? In this article, we look at chrysanthemums and their lifespan, as well as if they are annual, biennial, or perennial for your hardiness zone. By Jason White Last updated: October 28, 2022 | 7 min read Chrysanthemums, more commonly known as mums, are popular flowers that produce colorful blooms from summer through fall....
Houseplants Pothos plants are an indoor plant favorite amongst many amateur gardeners. But what about growing them outside? Is that a good or bad idea and will they actually live outside in your climate or hardiness zone? Organic gardening expert Logan Hailey explores what you can expect if you attempt to grow these popular plants outside. By Logan Hailey Last updated: March 5, 2022 | 6 min read Pothos plants are among the most popular houseplants in the world....
Vegetables Growing tomatoes in pots or containers can be great for gardeners that lack the space of a full vegetable garden. Tomatoes can be picky plants to grow, so it's important to make sure meet all their needs. In this article, gardening expert Sarah Hyde provides her top tips for growing tomatoes in pots or containers this season. By Sarah Hyde Last updated: October 4, 2022 | 8 min read Do you love the taste of home grown tomatoes but don’t have a garden space of your own?...
Information Do you have a small garden space that you aren't quite sure how to fully utilize for your garden grown vegetables? There are many different ways to make use of smaller growing spaces. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through her top tips for maximizing space in smaller garden areas. By Logan Hailey Last updated: January 4, 2023 | 12 min read You don’t need a big backyard or a giant greenhouse to have a successful garden....
Flowers Are you looking to extend the bloom life of your mums this season? There are a few things you can do to keep your chrysanthemums blooms in season. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago walks through her top tips for keeping your mums blooming up until first frost! By Jill Drago Last updated: October 28, 2022 | 4 min read Mums are the glory of the autumn garden. When the school buses are back in sight and the air gets that sudden fall feeling, you know it is mum season....
Information Does your Aloe Vera plant have yellow leaves? From overwatering to underwatering and other problems, there are many different reasons this can happen. Most of these common issues are treatable if you identify them, and act quickly. In this article, gardening expert Emily Horn takes you through why this happens, and how to stop it! By Emily Horn Last updated: December 15, 2022 | 7 min read Aloe Vera is a self-sufficient plant....
Information Are you seeing spots on the leaves of your roses? Black Spot is a common rose disease, and is especially prevalent in rainy, humid climates. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood explains everything you need to know about black spot, including how to identify, prevent, and treat it. By Danielle Sherwood Last updated: December 7, 2022 | 6 min read Perhaps you’re putting your “nose to the rose” and enjoying the perfume of your favorites, when you notice some ugly discoloration and yellowing on otherwise healthy shrubs....
Information Whether you are a Are you making one of these 13 common but easily avoidable houseplant mistakes? Whether you are an first time plant owner, or own several, there are some common mistakes indoor gardeners make. Houseplant expert Madison Moulton breaks down some of the most common houseplant mistakes, why people make it, and how you can avoid falling victim to them. By Madison Moulton Last updated: May 26, 2022 | 11 min read In recent years, millions of people have joined the club of ‘houseplant parents’, buying at least one indoor plant to keep them company or decorate their homes....
Plants Looking to add some shade perennials to your garden this season, but aren't sure which plants you want to add? There are many perennial plants that can tolerate both full and partial shade. In this article, we take a look at our favorite shade perennials for the perfect shade garden this season! By Jason White Last updated: December 2, 2022 | 26 min read Are you looking for the best shade perennials for your garden?...
Information Have tomatoes that are splitting or cracking on the vine this season? When it happens, it can be concerneing and can happen for a few different reasons. In this article, organic gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey examines why your tomatoes may crack or split on the vine. By Logan Hailey Last updated: October 4, 2022 | 6 min read It’s incredibly frustrating to put months of hard work into your tomato plants, only to discover cracked or split fruit when it’s time to harvest....
Reviews Are you growing hydrangea in your garden or around your home, but aren't sure which fertilizer to use in order to get the best blooms? Finding the right fertilizer for these flowers can be a challenge, specifically because of the sheer number of options available. In this guide, we review our favorite fertilizers for Hydrangeas by comparing ingredients, soil compatibility, and costs. By Jason White Last updated: November 22, 2022 | 11 min read Hydrangeas are very popular, and come in many vibrant colors including a stunning blue....
Vegetables Kale has become immensely popular over the last decade as a super-vegetable that's packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and nutrients. Kale is also fairly easy to grow, making it a perfect crop to add for many novice gardeners. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey takes you through all the steps you need to stick to in order to plant, grow, and care for Kale in your garden. By Logan Hailey Last updated: November 2, 2022 | 18 min read Cold-hardy, fast-growing, and nutrient-dense, kale is a cousin of cabbage that should be a staple in every garden....
Information Does your calathea plant look a bit unwell? There are actually a few common issues that can impact these popular houseplants, depending on how they are grown. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton walks through the most common calathea problems, and how to fix them! By Madison Moulton Last updated: October 18, 2022 | 9 min read The Calathea genus is one of the most common houseplants seen in indoor gardens....
