Container Tips for Urban Gardens
Containers can be used in urban gardens to bring nature closer and grow many types of fruits, flowers, herbs, and veggies.
Flowers & Perennials
How to grow organic annuals and perennials, including flowers and shrubs, with no chemical fertilizers or pesticides.
Which Plants Grow Best in Acidic Soil?
The vast majority of plants grow well in a neutral soil pH between 6.2-7.0. But some require an acidic soil for optimum growth and health.
How to Grow Zinnias: Planting, Care, and Growing Tips
Zinnias are one of the easiest flowering annuals to grow, bringing bright, joyful color to any garden. With their copious variety of hues, sizes, and shapes, zinnias make a great choice for your garden.
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The Difference Between Evergreen and Deciduous Trees and Shrubs
Beginning gardeners often ask, what is the difference between evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs? As with nearly everything in gardening, the definition isn’t always clear cut.
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Native Flowering Plants that Attract Bees and Other Pollinators
There are many native flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. Includes a list of native plants for North America.
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How Holly Became A Christmas Tradition
Does anything evoke Christmas and the winter holidays more than a sprig of green holly leaves with red berries? Perhaps not.
Polytunnel Gardening: Everything a Beginner Needs to Know
You can use polytunnels in your garden to extend the growing season of fruits and vegetables, protect plants from extreme weather, and grow plants not adapted to your climate.
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Tips for Successful Window Box Gardening
Window boxes are not just for colorful flowers to enhance your home’s exterior. They are also great for vegetable and herb gardens.
Root Washing: What it is and Why You Need to do it When Planting Perennials
Root washing is the removal of all of the planting media from a tree or shrub’s root ball before planting it, followed by pruning out dead or damaged roots.
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Where To Get Your Garden Soil Tested (State-By-State U.S.)
Garden soil, especially in vegetable gardens, should be tested periodically. Includes a list of soil testing labs for your state.
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