How to Raise Soil pH with Garden Lime
Soil pH is an important part of the delicate and important relationship between plants and their root environment. The right pH makes a…
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Blue Thimble Flower
Native wildflowers are excellent choices for empty soil. They thrive with little maintenance or care, providing endless blooms with few…
Found Floral Design and Edibles
“Foraging” is a big trend in gardening circles these days. Foraging means “to search widely for food or provisions,” according to the Oxford…
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for ‘Storm Cloud’ Amsonia
There’s a lot to love about Amsonia ‘Storm Cloud.’ First are its tufts of starry periwinkle blue flowers that hover above foliage in late…
17 Easy-to-Grow Perennials for Beginner Gardeners
Starting a garden can be a rewarding experience, especially for beginners who choose the right plants. Perennials are a great option because…
9 Common Pine Tree Diseases to Watch for in Your Landscape
Pines are among the most important timber species and are widely used as ornamentals and windbreaks in home landscapes. These native conifers…
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Madder Root
When you look at a madder plant, it may not look like more than a scraggly weed. But when you dig up a mature plant and look at its bright red…
How to Grow Broccoli in Raised Beds: A Complete Guide
Broccoli is a member of the brassica family, along with cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, kale, and cabbage. These cool-season crops thrive in…
Are Native Plants Better Than Cultivars?
Whether you’re already addicted to gardening or just getting started, you’ve probably already heard something about native plants. But what…
What are Trap Plants, and Do They Actually Work?
Companion planting involves growing plants that benefit your garden crops in a symbiotic combination. Some companions repel pests with their…