18 Easy Tips to Keep Your Garden Hose Organized
Keeping your garden hose organized can make outdoor chores much easier and more efficient. Whether you have a small yard or a big property, implementing practical tips will help tame […]
Garden Design
Articles on design ideas for perennial gardens and vegetable gardens.
16 Healing Plants to Grow in Your Backyard or Balcony
Growing medicinal plants at home is a rewarding way to create your natural pharmacy. These plants add beauty to your garden and readily provide remedies for common ailments. With proper
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How to fix a root-bound Monstera?
The Monstera plant is a tropical delight. The lush green foliage of this plant can add an extra dimension to any room. Monsteras grow at an incredible speed which may
Drip Irrigation Basics (with Videos)
Drip irrigation, aka micro irrigation, delivers water slowly to plants at the soil line. With a 90% efficiency, very little water is wasted.
How to Create a Bird-Friendly Habitat in Your Backyard
Songbird population is declining because birds are losing the habitats they need to survive. This is a problem every gardener can help solve.
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Plants For Winter Interest: Colorful Berries for Wildlife and Stunning Visuals
There are a handful of shrubs, vines and trees that produce colorful berries for winter wildlife and look stunning in the winter landscape.
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Our Top 10 Favorite Garden Charities to Support This Year
Here are 10 garden and wildlife focused charities we support that we believe are worthy of your support too.
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Ditch the Privacy Fence and Use Plants Instead
If you aren’t crazy about wood or metal fencing separating you from your neighbors, there are ways to achieve privacy with plants.
How To Build a Garden Wall
Building a garden wall is something you can do yourself, but you’ll need to think carefully about techniques, materials, and costs.
A Short History of the American Lawn
The history of the American lawn was driven by technology, desire for social status, and marketing. Its roots are in the estate gardens of the Middle Ages.
What is Square Foot Gardening?
Square Foot Gardening divides the growing area of a garden bed into a grid in which crops are planted. The method was popularized by author Mel Bartholemew in 1981.