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Vegetables Are you looking for some summer squash to plant in your garden this season but aren't sure which type to pick? There are many varieties you can choose from, so finding the right variety for your hardiness zone is important. In this article, gardening expert Jenna Rich looks at her favorite types of summer squash you can grow! By Jenna Rich Last updated: November 14, 2022 | 12 min read Each fall, I look forward to the arrival of all the different seed company catalogs....

Flowers Curious to find out if hellebore are perennial, biennial, or annual flowers before you start planting them this season? While it might seem like a simple answer, the answer actually is a little more complex and depends on your geographic location. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines if hellebore are annual, biennial, or perennial flowers. By Jill Drago Last updated: November 7, 2022 | 5 min read When I think of spring, many of the plants that come to mind are daffodils, tulips, hyacinths, or pansies....

Information Looking to up your composting game by adding citrus, but aren't sure if it's the safe or effective thing to do? In this article, we examine if you should be using citrus in your composting pile. We examine if it's safe to use Oranges, Lemons, Limes and other types of citrus in your garden. as well as the benefits they may offer. By Jason White Last updated: March 19, 2022 | 9 min read Composting is one of the best things you can do both for your garden and the environment....

Plants Thinking about growing lavender from seed, but aren't sure where to start? Lavender can be grown several different ways, but growing from seed is one of the most popular. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey (who has worked at one of the largest lavender farms in the United States) walks through how to grow lavender from seed by following seven simple steps! By Logan Hailey Last updated: July 19, 2022 | 9 min read With its delicate sweet aroma and eye-catching purple spikes, lavender is one of the most coveted herbs on Earth....

Houseplants If you recently planted some African Violets in your garden, in some pots, or around your home, you may be wondering about the best way to care for them to ensure their survival and growth. In this article, we take a deeper look at each step you should take when caring for these plants, no matter where you've planted them around your home. By Madison Moulton Last updated: January 10, 2023 | 11 min read African Violets are one of the most popular house plants grown in the world today....

Flowers Thinking of adding a few purple orchids to your flower garden but aren't sure which type to add? There are many different shades of purple orchids, so picking the perfect flower can be a bit difficult! In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss looks at the some of the top purple orchid varieties you can grow! By Melissa Strauss Last updated: October 21, 2022 | 10 min read Orchids can be quite finicky in their needs, particularly if grown outside of their native climates....

Vines Looking for the perfect vine to climb a trellis or pergola in your garden? Not all vines are great climbers, so finding the right vine matters when picking a climbing vine. Climbers come in all shapes and colors, so there's plenty to pick from. In this article, we look at our favorite vines that will climb trellises, pergolas, or walls in your garden. By Jason White Last updated: November 24, 2022 | 18 min read Few things add to the beauty of a yard or garden more than a climbing vine that puts on colorful flowers....

Trees If you live in Tennessee, you have some growing conditions that are a bit more favorable than many northern states. This means when it comes to planting trees, you have plenty of options from fruit trees, to ornamentals. In this article, we look at our favorite trees for Tennessee homes and garden spaces! By Jason White Last updated: March 12, 2022 | 16 min read Trees in Tennessee are unique compared to foliage other states have to offer....

Plants Are you looking for some flowering groundcover plants but aren't quite sure what to choose? There are many different options available, depending on where you are planting them. In this article, we look at our favorite groundcover plants that have beautiful blooms! By Jason White Last updated: December 17, 2022 | 25 min read Flowering ground cover plants are an excellent way to add color and interest to your garden in areas you might otherwise decide to ignore....

Vegetables Are you thinking of growing some bell peppers in your garden this year, but aren't exactly sure where to start? Bell peppers are actually fairly easy to grow, provided you have the right climate, soil mixture, and meet their watering needs. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey documents all the steps you'll need to follow in order to successfully plant, grow, and care for bell peppers. By Logan Hailey Last updated: October 10, 2022 | 16 min read Raw or cooked, sliced or diced, bell peppers are a colorful sweet addition to just about any summer meal....

Plants Sedum flowers can brighten up just about any garden. But growing them can be challenging if you've not grown them before. There are several factors you'll need to plan for before adding them into your garden. In this article, gardening and flower expert Taylor Sievers walks through every step you'll need to follow for a perfect Sedum bloom during your next growing season. By Taylor Sievers Last updated: December 6, 2022 | 13 min read Succulents, succulents, everywhere!...

Shrubs Hydrangeas are one of the most common garden shrubs. Within their species, Hydrangea Macrophylla is one of the most popular types that gardeners decide to plant. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago walks through everything you need to know about this type of hydrangea and their care. By Jill Drago Last updated: November 22, 2022 | 10 min read Hydrangea macrophylla is the type of hydrangea that most gardeners will end up planting at some point in their lifetime....

Shrubs Are you looking for a red hydrangea to plant this season but can't decide which one to pick? Red can be a difficult color to plant with, since so many plants are varying shades of red. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago lists out her favorite red hydrangea varieties for your garden, with names, pictures and hardiness zones of each! By Jill Drago Last updated: November 18, 2022 | 8 min read Are you looking to add some red hydrangeas to your garden this season?...

Shrubs Thinking of adding some bushes with pink flowers to your home or garden space, but aren't quite sure what to look for? There are many different shrubs with pink flowers that will survive across many different hardiness zones. In this article, we look at our favorite decidious and evergreen pink flower bushes that you can add to your home or garden this season. By Jason White Last updated: December 30, 2022 | 18 min read Already fill your flower garden with pink flowers, but you’ve decided that you just can’t get enough pink?...

Shrubs Trying to decide what lilac variety to plant this season, but can't pick without a little help? Lilacs have over 25 species, with thousands of cultivars, so it can be hard to settle in and pick the perfect shrub. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jarosz shares her favorite lilac cultivars you can plant in your garden this season. By Liz Jaros Last updated: July 5, 2022 | 12 min read Let’s assume you’re looking to fill a sunny spot in the yard with some old fashioned, sweet smelling, garden goodness....

Flowers If you are looking for some plants to grow with your peonies this season, you've landed in the right place! Peonies are a garden favorite, and with their beautiful blooms, it's easy to see why. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner examines her favorite companion plants to grow with peonies this season. By Laura Elsner Last updated: November 19, 2022 | 13 min read Peonies are the pride and joy of many gardeners....

Information Organic gardening can be a bit tricky, especially for newer gardeners just starting out. That's why having a few tips and tricks up your sleeve over the average gardener can pay dividends. While you can't shortcut a perfect organic garden, you can definitely give yourself a running head start. In this article, organic gardening specialist Logan Hailey outlines her 11 favorite tips to make sure you start off planting on the right foot....

Fruit Are you thinking of adding some strawberries to your garden, but aren't sure how long they are going to take to grow? The answer may actually surprise you, as it depends on time of year, soil, geographic location and more. In this article, we explore how long it takes for strawberries to grow, and what to do if you are running into problems. By Jason White Last updated: November 4, 2022 | 7 min read Strawberries are among the most popular fruits you can grow in summer....

Vegetables Not sure how much space you should give kale in your garden this season? Kale is pretty low maintenance once it's taken root, but as a garden vegetable it doesn't love to be crowded. In this article, gardening expert Merideth Cohrs walks through how much space you need to provide kale in your garden beds. By Merideth Cohrs Last updated: November 2, 2022 | 6 min read It’s almost a given that you should consider including kale for a fall planting this season....

Information Are your Pothos leaves turning black at the tips? There are 6 potential causes for this uncommon issue, each with its own resolution. Depending on the cause, having black tipped leaves usually isn't completely irreversible. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton discusses why Pothos leaves may turn black at the tips and how you can fix or prevent the problem. By Madison Moulton Last updated: December 2, 2022 | 6 min read Although Pothos plants are easy to care for and wonderfully low-maintenance, that doesn’t mean they are without problems....