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Shrubs Are you struggling to keep your hydrangeas blue this season? It actually all comes down to the type of hydrangea you own, and soil science. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea expert Jill Drago provides six simple steps for keeping those beautiful blue blooms! By Jill Drago Last updated: July 12, 2022 | 5 min read When I close my eyes and daydream about a beautifully blooming hydrangea, the image that comes to my mind is ‘endless sky blue‘ with big balls of flowers peeking through a white fence....

Houseplants If you are thinking of adding a new plant to your indoor garden, you could do far worse than the peperomia frost! This hardy little plant has become quite popular as an indoor houseplant over the last decade. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton examines how to plant, grow, and care for peperomia frost. By Madison Moulton Last updated: June 30, 2022 | 14 min read Peperomias are a group of plants with fascinating leaves in different colors and shapes....

Trees Thinking of adding some yellow flowering magnolia trees to your garden this season? There are a few different options to choose from, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss looks at some of the most popular yellow flowering magnolia trees. By Melissa Strauss Last updated: November 25, 2022 | 7 min read Yellow is the color of happiness, of sunshine, and of lemons and sweet golden honey....

Information Thinking of using some containers in your shade garden but aren't quite sure where to start? Using containers or pots in shady areas can be a great way to transform lesser used spaces. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner gives you her top tips for using pots or containers in the shade this season. By Laura Elsner Last updated: October 28, 2022 | 19 min read If you have a shady area of your garden that could use a little dressing up, container gardening can be a great way to liven it up....

Information Everyone loves to get prepared in the garden at the end of winter or the beginning of spring. But there's actually several gardening tasks you can do in the fall to set yourself up for success next season. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through her top gardening tasks to take on this fall before first frost! By Logan Hailey Last updated: December 15, 2022 | 11 min read When leaves are falling and days start shortening, it’s time to toss on a sweater and some rain boots to tackle a few crucial fall garden tasks....

Plants Are you looking to add some plants that will attract dragonflies to your garden this season? There are plenty of beautiful options that will have dragonflies paying you a visit all season. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen walks through her favorite plants for bringing dragonflies to your garden this season. By Liessa Bowen Last updated: December 19, 2022 | 8 min read Dragonflies are commonly called the jewels of the air....

Flowers Are you looking for the perfect white rose, but not sure which to choose? White roses add a fresh and timeless look to your garden. Ranging in shades from clear, frosty white to rich cream, there’s sure to be a white rose that calls to you! In this article, we look at our favorite white rose varieties, with names and pictures of each. By Danielle Sherwood Last updated: January 13, 2023 | 12 min read Do you love using white in the garden?...

Flowers Thinking of planting some coneflowers in your garden this season but aren't quite sure where to start? Coneflowers are very resilient flowers, that can do well in warmer climates and full sun conditions. In this article, gardening expert Natalie Leiker takes you through how to plant, grow and care for coneflowers in your garden this season! By Natalie Leiker Last updated: December 5, 2022 | 12 min read Whether you’re looking to fill a part of your yard, or need an eye-catching pop of color in your landscape, coneflowers could be a great option!...

Vegetables Growing kale with companion plants can improve your crop yield, give you more space, act as a natural pest repellent, and help protect against certain diseases. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey examines her favorite plants that you can plant with kale this season! By Logan Hailey Last updated: June 24, 2022 | 8 min read If you want to save money on your grocery bill and enjoy more vibrant green smoothies, scrumptious kale salads, or crunchy kale chips, growing your own organic kale is crazy simple....

Shrubs If you are thinking of adding some pink hydrangeas to your garden this year, you might be confused on which varieties will look the best. There are a number of different varieties you can choose that will flower with beautiful pink blooms! In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago lists out the most popular pink hydrangea varieties you can grow this season! By Jill Drago Last updated: October 14, 2022 | 8 min read Hydrangeas are envied by many for their blue blossoms, however, their pink flowers are equally as beautiful....

Shrubs Hydrangeas are one of the most commonly planted flowering shrubs. This isn't without a good reason. These fantastic shrubs are very popular for their hardy nature and beautiful flowers. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago walks through how to plant, grow, and care for Hydrangeas in your garden. By Jill Drago Last updated: November 24, 2022 | 16 min read Many know hydrangeas for their dreamy blue summertime blooms, but hydrangeas are so much more....

Succulents Thinking of adding some moon cactus to your indoor or outdoor garden? These popular cacti have beautiful tops to the plant which come in a variety of colors. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton examines how to grow Gymnocalycium mihanovichii, including all aspects of their maintenance and care. By Madison Moulton Last updated: December 29, 2022 | 11 min read If you’re looking for a cactus guaranteed to catch someone’s eye, look no further than the moon cactus....

Information Trying to figure out why your plumeria leaves are turning yellow? There's actually several reasons this may happen, some of which can be easier to fix than others. In this article, gardening amateur Jason White looks at why this happens, and how to fix it. By Jason White Last updated: February 17, 2022 | 11 min read Plumerias are gorgeous. They are a wonderful way to get a little bit of tropical paradise in your home or garden....

Houseplants Looking to add a new houseplant to your indoor garden, but want to make sure it has has a bit of red in the leaves? There are many different houseplants that will fit this criteria, so picking the right one will come down to ease of care, indoor location, and of course, looks! In this article, we look at our favorite houseplants with red leaves or red variegated leaves! By Jason White Last updated: December 29, 2022 | 19 min read Adding a new houseplant to any collection can bring challenges, especially when trying to pick a plant that will stand out from the rest....

Trees Are you looking for a magnolia that blooms in beautiful shades of purple? There are plenty of different magnolias that bloom in all shades of purple, from light lavender to deep purple. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss looks at her favorite magnolias with purple blooms. By Melissa Strauss Last updated: November 3, 2022 | 6 min read Upon hearing the name Magnolia, many people picture the classic Southern Magnolia (M....

Information Are you thinking of planting some hostas this season, but want to make sure they won't end up as deer chow before you start? In this article, certified master gardener and hosta enthusiast Laura Elsner walks through what you can expect from your local deer population if you decide to start adding hostas to your garden this season. By Laura Elsner Last updated: July 31, 2022 | 6 min read Hostas are leafy garden marvels....

Flowers Are you thinking of adding some marigolds to your garden this season? These beautiful flowers are a staple in most flower gardens, as well as many vegetable gardens. In this article, gardening expert Natalie Leiker takes you through all the details of growing marigolds, and their care. By Natalie Leiker Last updated: December 14, 2022 | 12 min read Looking to add a colorful border to your garden or raised bed, or just need a pop of color on your patio?...

Succulents Are you trying to decide between the Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Easter Cacti to determine which one would be the best for your home or indoor gardening space? Are all these 3 cacti different, or are they the same? In this article we examine each of these succulents to compare the terminology, and how these plants measure up to one another. By Jason White Last updated: December 21, 2022 | 8 min read The Cactaceae family has approximately 150 genera and roughly 2,500 species found around the world....

Information Are your garden cucumbers flowering early this season? This can happen for a few reasons, most of which are no need to worry about. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Sarah Hyde examines why cucumbers flower early, and what to do about it. By Sarah Hyde Last updated: November 14, 2022 | 6 min read Cucumbers lend a satisfying, cool crunch to hot summer days and are ubiquitous in salads in worldwide cuisines....

Flowers Are you considering adding some lantana to your garden, but aren't sure if they will come back year after year? Lantana are quite popular, and can grow across many different climates. In this article, we examine if Lantana are considered annual, biennial, or perennial plants! By Jason White Last updated: August 17, 2022 | 5 min read Lantanas are a popular choice for butterfly gardens. These tropical shrubs produce brightly-colored, heavily-scented flowers that are loved by pollinators....