When it comes to increasing your home’s value, most people think of remodeling kitchens or adding square footage. But one of the most cost-effective upgrades you can make is in your landscaping. A well-planned garden can add curb appeal, make a property feel more inviting, and even raise a home’s selling price by $5,000 or...
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Staying up to date with gardening news will help you get the most out of your gardening experience. It’s important to know what’s happening in the world of gardening news. Cities, states, and countries are often changing the laws surrounding urban gardens. If your town bans front yard gardens, that’s important news for you, isn’t it?Understanding what’s happening in the world of biotech innovation, food supply systems, and other current events is informative and important for your garden at home. If there’s a seed shortage or a new breed of chicken to know about, we’re your source of information about it. If laws have changed about pesticides, or there’s a new chemical you need to avoid at all costs, we’ll let you know about it right away.
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September is one of the most rewarding months for perennial gardeners. The summer blooms may be winding down, but the soil is still warm, and cooler air temperatures mean plants can adjust to changes without the stress of scorching sun. This makes it the perfect time to divide and transplant your perennials! If you’ve ever...
If you’ve ever dreamed of brewing your own beer or simply growing a plant that looks spectacular while offering real utility, hops are the perfect choice. These climbing vines, known for their aromatic cones, are not only beautiful in the garden but also incredibly rewarding when it comes time to harvest. Many gardeners assume hops...
There’s something so special about growing flowers that do more than just look pretty—they heal, soothe, and bring comfort in ways that go far beyond the garden fence. For centuries, cultures around the world have turned to flowers for teas, tinctures, oils, and salves that support wellness and ease everyday ailments. When I first started...
Indoor air can be surprisingly polluted, even in homes that feel fresh and clean. Dust, pet dander, chemicals from cleaning products, and even toxins from furniture can linger in the air, making it less healthy to breathe. Luckily, plants can come to the rescue! Certain houseplants have been scientifically shown to absorb harmful compounds while...
One of the quiet joys of gardening is when next year’s plants seem to appear as if by magic, without any extra work on your part. Self-seeding flowers can be a gift that keeps on giving, filling your beds with color while saving you time and money. But to let this happen, you have to...
By late August, the garden feels like it’s in that sweet spot—lush from summer growth but also beginning to hint at the changes ahead. It’s a perfect time to start thinking about the next growing season, and one of the best ways to do that is by saving seeds. Not only does it save money,...
As summer winds down and the nights start getting cooler, it’s time to think about bringing your favorite outdoor container plants indoors. But before you start hauling pots through the door, it’s worth taking a closer look—many plants benefit from repotting first. A cramped root system, tired soil, or even pest hitchhikers can make the...
There’s something magical about a garden pond in the fall—the way the surface reflects golden leaves, the quiet hum of late-season insects, and the darting movements of fish as they sense the season shifting. But while autumn ponds can be breathtaking, they also require special care to keep them healthy through the colder months. I...
Late summer planting is one of my favorite gardening secrets—there’s something so rewarding about squeezing in another wave of color just when you think the season is winding down. Many flowers respond beautifully to being planted now, giving you fresh, vibrant displays right as September arrives. Whether you’re tucking them into a container, edging a...
As the days shorten and the air gets crisp, many of us start preparing our gardens for winter. But while we’re tucking away our tools and tidying up flower beds, pollinators are also getting ready for the colder months ahead. Bees, butterflies, moths, and even certain beetles all have strategies for surviving winter, but they...
Every gardener has been there—you walk out to check on your plants, and your heart sinks. The leaves are gone, the stems look brittle, and it seems like all that time, care, and watering has been for nothing. But before you head for the compost bin, take a deep breath—what you’re seeing might not be...