Don’t have a backyard or patch of ground to plant in? No worries! Indoor gardening is a fantastic way to bring the beauty of plants into your home, whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned pro. Whether you’re living in a tiny apartment or a spacious house, you can still create a lush indoor … Read more
ChatGPT said: Welcome the spring season with a burst of cheerful yellow flowers—yes, we’re talking about forsythia! This vibrant, shrubby perennial is perfect for adding color to your yard as a beautiful backdrop, centerpiece, or even a border. You can also use it as a fast-growing flowering hedge, making it an ideal addition to your … Read more
Thinking about upgrading your garden? Raised beds are a total game-changer. Not only do they improve drainage and help your plant roots stay healthy, but they also reduce the amount of digging you have to do and make gardening easier on your back. Plus, they just look great. But when it comes to actually setting … Read more
What to Plant in June: The Ultimate Guide to Vegetables and Flowers for All ZonesJune is the period when late spring transitions into early summer, and therefore, it’s a critical month for gardeners. Regardless of whether you are in a cooler north or warmer south, June has the perfect weather to plant a variety of … Read more
Hoyas: Simple, Elegant, and Rewarding Houseplants Hoyas are such lovely plants to cultivate—low maintenance, eye-catching, and gaining popularity as houseplants. Their casual demeanor and stunning leaves make them a favorite, but for some plant enthusiasts, the true thrill is their fabulous flowers. Commonly referred to as wax plants or porcelain flowers, hoyas have blooms that … Read more
Eggshells have some great uses in the garden, but there may be some misconceptions out there about how and when they are useful. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to discuss some mistakes that you can avoid when using eggshells in your flower beds. When it comes to using eggshells in the garden, there are some excellent … Read more
Keeping a beehive may seem beneficial for the environment, but is it? Local, native bee populations are in decline, while non-native honeybees are thriving. Starting a pollinator garden may be a better way to help local bees. Beekeeping is a wonderful way to support honeybees, which play a huge role in pollinating the crops we … Read more
Chickens need a varied diet to produce the healthiest eggs and keep their fine feathers looking healthy. Chicken mama Melissa Strauss has some plants you can grow for your birds to snack on. Oregano A thick, vibrant green plant with tiny round leaves that form a soft, dense carpet. Chickens enjoy this herb mixed into … Read more
Moving seedlings from pots to the ground might not be as simple as you think! Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn some common transplanting mistakes and how to avoid them. You might think transplanting is as easy as grabbing a tomato or petunia seedling from the store, digging a hole, and popping it into the … Read more
Summer brings tons of life to the garden, and it also brings hurricane season, which can be difficult to contend with. Florida gardener Melissa Strauss shares some tips on prepping your garden to withstand damage from a severe storm. Hurricanes are absolutely terrifying, and where I live, they’re pretty much unavoidable. Growing up in Florida, … Read more