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Shrubs Are you thinking of adding some red camellias to your garden this season, but aren't sure which variety to choose? There are many varieties to choose from that bloom with beautiful bold red blossoms. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss walks through her favorite red flowering camellia varieties, with names and pictures of each! By Melissa Strauss Last updated: September 23, 2022 | 7 min read Does the idea of gorgeous red flowers blooming in your garden through the Winter make your heart race a little bit?...

Vegetables Thinking of growing tomatoes and cucumbers together this season but aren't quite sure if it's a good idea or not? Companion planting can have many benefits, but can also cause problems if done incorrectly. In this article, gardening expert and homesteader Merideth Cohrs examines if it's safe to plant tomatoes with your cucumbers in your garden. By Merideth Cohrs Last updated: July 19, 2022 | 8 min read Is there anything that says summer more than eating fresh tomatoes and cucumbers right off the vine?...

Reviews Thinking of adding some fertilizer to your beets in your garden, but aren't sure where to start? Finding the right fertilizer balance for optimal output for your garden's soil can be a bit of a challenge. In this article, we compare our favorite beet fertilizers by comparing quality, cost, and more. By Jason White Last updated: March 30, 2022 | 8 min read Whether you’re growing beets for the first time or you’ve grown them in the past, but they’re looking less lively than before, it might get you wondering if you should apply fertilizer....

Flowers Are you thinking of adding some blanket flowers to your garden this season, but aren't sure where to start? Blanket flowers are beautiful perennials that can be the star of almost any full sun flower garden. In this article, gardening expert Natalie Leiker examines how to plant, grow and care for Blanket Flowers! By Natalie Leiker Last updated: August 16, 2022 | 11 min read Gaillardia also referred to as blanket flower, is a common perennial flower seen around the world....

Flowers Chamomile can be used in a variety of different ways, most commonly in different types of tea. That makes it a go-to flower for many gardeners who want to grow their own. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey guides you in exactly how to plant, grow, and care for chamomile plants. By Logan Hailey Last updated: March 2, 2022 | 15 min read There is nothing more soothing and delicious than the fragrant floral aroma of fresh chamomile....

Flowers Are you thinking of adding some larkspur flowers to your home or garden this planting season? These incredibly stunning blue flowers can be the difference between a pretty garden, and a stunning garden. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton walks through everything you'll need to plant, grow, and care for larkspur flowers. By Madison Moulton Last updated: November 11, 2022 | 14 min read Spring is always a time for new growth, colorful beginnings, and joy....

Houseplants Are you trying to increase the number of Chinese money plants you have by propagating them? This can actually be done from either stem, or leaf cuttings. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton walks through how to propagate the Pilea from stem or leaf cuttings in a few simple steps. By Madison Moulton Last updated: August 20, 2022 | 11 min read Chinese Money Plants are the social media darlings of the houseplant world....

Plants Are you looking for some container gardening ideas to test out this season? There are plenty to try, depending on your climate! In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner takes a deeper look at her favorite container arrangements you can try this season! By Laura Elsner Last updated: December 22, 2022 | 19 min read Planning and planting your container garden can be one of the most fun exercises a gardener can experience....

Flowers Thinking of planting some perennial flowers, but want to make sure that they can tolerate full sun before you do? There are a number of different sun-loving perennials that can brighten up just about any garden space. In this article, we explore our favorite full sun perennials that you can plant in your garden this year! By Jason White Last updated: November 2, 2022 | 15 min read Many garden spaces (and landscaped areas) have large areas with no protection from the sun....

Vines Trying to transplant your clematis but aren't sure when or how to do it? Transplanting these popular vines is fairly straightforward. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen takes you through each step of transplanting clematis, starting with when to do it, through how it's done. By Liessa Bowen Last updated: December 12, 2022 | 5 min read Clematis are a perennial garden favorite. They are a familiar sight growing up a trellis or arbor, or cascading over the edge of a wall or large container....

Flowers Begonias are beautiful flowers that are quite hardy and can be grown in a variety of different locations. If you've decided to add begonias to your garden this season, there are some important factors to consider when maximizing their growth. In this article, certified master gardener and begonia enthusiast Laura Elsener provides exact steps to plant, grow, and care for Begonias. By Laura Elsner Last updated: October 19, 2022 | 20 min read Begonias are the queen of the shade....

Vines Thinking of adding a white flowering vine to your garden, but aren't quite sure where you should start? There are many vines that sport showy white blooms, and many will climb rapidly without much maintenance. IN this article, we look at our favorite white flowering vines to help you find the best fit for your garden! By Jason White Last updated: November 24, 2022 | 11 min read Looking to add excitement to your garden without overwhelming the harmony of your space?...

Shrubs Need to winterize your hydrangeas this season but aren't sure where to start? Winter care doesn't need to be a challenge, but it can leave many gardeners feeling a bit overwhelmed. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago walks through seven simple steps for protecting your favorite shrubs this winter. By Jill Drago Last updated: January 7, 2023 | 5 min read We spend all summer doting over our hydrangeas....

Shrubs Thinking of growing some rhododendrons in your garden this season but aren't sure where to start? These beautiful shrubs can really make just about any gardening space "pop" with color! In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago takes you through each step of planting, growing and caring for rhododendrons in your garden this season! By Jill Drago Last updated: January 6, 2023 | 15 min read Rhododendrons have become a classic flowering shrub in landscapes all over the world, and it is easy to understand why....

Flowers Did you recently add some petunias in hanging baskets to your patio or outdoor garden area? Not sure how to keep them healthy as long as possible? In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley provides her top tips for healthier and longer blooming basket-bound petunias this season! By Paige Foley Last updated: January 6, 2023 | 6 min read Petunias are a favorite annual flower of many gardeners because they are low-maintenance and come in a variety of colors and patterns....

Shrubs Are you thinking of adding some purple azaleas to your garden this season but aren't quite sure where to start? These popular shrubs come in many shades of purple, and can add plenty of color to your garden this season. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago looks at her favorite varieties of azaleas that sport beautiful purple blooms! By Jill Drago Last updated: December 1, 2022 | 6 min read Does your spring garden need a splash of purple?...

Succulents If you are considering adding a string of turtles houseplant to your indoor garden collection, there's some important factors to consider. These particular plants make wonderful houseplants, but they need to have the right growing conditions in order to thrive. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton guides you through each step of how to plant, grow, and care for string of turtles plants. By Madison Moulton Last updated: December 21, 2022 | 13 min read String succulents are becoming trendier with collectors grabbing them to add to their long lists of houseplant favorites....

Plants Did you find some purple flowers in your yard or grass, and you aren't able to identify if they are a weed or not? In this article, you'll learn about the eleven most common weeds that carry purple flowers, to help you decide if these weeds need to be eradicated, or if they are safe to keep around your home. By Jason White Last updated: April 1, 2022 | 12 min read Without a doubt, it can be difficult to keep up with weeding your garden....

Vegetables Are you growing rosemary in your garden, but aren't sure how much shade or sun it should get? Rosemary can be a relatively tricky plant to grow, but it gets easier once you figure out how much sun it should get. In this article, gardening expert Taylor Sievers walks through everything you need to know about how much sun rosemary needs to grow quickly and efficiently. By Taylor Sievers Last updated: February 18, 2022 | 7 min read Looking to plant some rosemary in your home, but aren’t sure how much sun it should get?...

Fruit If you are considering adding blackberries to your home garden this season, you've come to the right place! Garden grown blackberries can be equally rewarding and delicious! In this article, gardening expert and farmer Taylor Sievers walks through each step you'll need to follow for a bountiful blackberry harvest this season! By Taylor Sievers Last updated: August 4, 2022 | 18 min read Few things are more rewarding as a gardener than harvesting fruit from your very own backyard!...