Dealing with drought conditions? These drought-tolerant ground covers can thrive in your yard with less water.
These drought-tolerant plants will add life and color to your garden, even if you live in a hot and dry desert environment.
Design a native landscaping plan that resonates with the general public. Consider these tips to keep your landcape from being the neighborhood "weed patch".
Take a tour of our neighbor-friendly edible landscape.
Use this guide to find the best shade perennials for your garden, plus get care tips for helping these plants thrive in your landscape.
If you've done any reading about gardening, you've probably noticed USDA plant hardiness zones again and again. This article focuses on gardening in USDA zone 6. Click here to learn more about plants
Sloped backyards are tricky when it comes to landscaping, but we have selected some really creative sloped backyard ideas on a budget for you to choose from.
These are the best perennial flowers for clay soil that thrive where others don't. Select from these native species, ornamental grasses, and more.
These hardy perennials can thrive in part sun, full sun or shade, high heat or freezing temperatures, and still bloom beautifully every year.
If you have an edible landscape on your property, then you can live off the land. Here are 40 great plants for edible landscaping.
Companion planting can help your garden grow better. Learn which crops make the best companion plants for peppers in to improve flavor and deter pests!
9 Dwarf Trees With High Yield Great For Small Areas! When it comes to gardening in small spaces, dwarf trees are a fantastic choice. These compact beauties not only add aesthetic appeal but also provide
Planting perennials in the fall is a simple way to enjoy a larger, more stunning garden for longer. Benefit from a colorful and vibrant garden all year.
What is a moon garden? Moon gardens include plants with white flowers and silver or variegated foliage that can be seen reflected in the moonlight. Moon gardens also include white garden flowers with evening fragrance. Moon gardens can be created with your entire yard, a specific area, or even in just one container.
Whether you're looking for height or ground cover, ornamental grasses for shade are great plants to grow in your landscaping. Learn about 13 ornamental grasses for shade ideas.
Small backyard garden tips. Use containers or the square foot gardening method. Square foot garden spacing and ideas for small space gardening
Learn which flowers should be planted in your vegetable garden. Companion planting flowers and vegetables, yeilds better, healthier plants.
Dealing with those hot, sun-drenched spots in your garden can feel like a landscaping puzzle. But what if the solution was as simple as choosing the right
Planning the slope your yard is difficult and expensive. But these 50+ hillside landscaping ideas with small budget will bring your dream comes true.
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These hardy perennials can thrive in part sun, full sun or shade, high heat or freezing temperatures, and still bloom beautifully every year.
Are your perennials flopping in the garden? Try this quick and inexpensive fix to prop up fallen perennials.
Landscaping with Lavender is easy and adds a colorful carpet in the yard! We have some of the best ideas for you!
Beets are a staple in any homesteaders garden. They’re super nutritious plants that can be used for everything from sauteed greens to harvesting sugar from the roots. I happen to love the flavor of a homegrown beet, and once I figured out these tricks to growing beets, I was thrilled. Did you know beets are...
Lemongrass: How to grow it and what to do with it!
I am excited to share that The National Garden Bureau has chosen the allium as the bulb of the year! They pick one annual, one perennial, one bulb crop and one…
Whether you grow your perennials in your garden bed, border, or container, one thing is sure: you don’t want deer munching on them. If you live in an area where deer live, you will know
Want to make your Pothos plant fuller? We share care tips on how to make your Pothos fuller and more attractive. [DETAILS]
Leave a 6- to 12-inch-wide mowing strip between the edge of your beds and borders and the lawn. It will help you save time and effort in the garden.
These are the herbs that grow well together and those that don't. Companion planting has long been recognized as a valuable technique in gardening, and when
Wanting to know how to grow rhubarb? Rhubarb is very easy to grow, but needs the cold weather in order to propagate. It is a long-lived perennial vegetable that is ready for harvest in early
Winterizing your garden includes trimming back some perennials and leaving others until spring. Our experts tell you what to do to ensure success.
Learning how and when to trim boxwoods is essential for healthy plants and dense growth. This article shares the best times and methods.
Growing gaura plants is easy. Just provide its basic needs and prevent root rot. More tips for care of the gaura plant and its uses. [LEARN MORE]
Learn how to grow nasturtiums, and add bright pops of color to your garden (and spice to your salad) with this easy to grow edible flower.
Come learn how to grow garlic in any zone, including when and how to plant garlic cloves, tips for soil prep, containers, mulch, and more!
Not all plants are created equal in terms of soil and lighting requirements. Come find out the best shade plants to plant to bring color to your home garden.
Even the smallest garden will benefit from the addition of a tree – but which type to choose?
A backyard rain garden catches stormwater so it can seep into the soil instead of washing into drains and sewers. Follow our guide and make your own.
