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...
September is one of the most important months for lawn care. After the wear and tear of summer heat, foot traffic, and maybe even a little drought stress, your grass is ready for some attention. This is the month when your lawn has the best chance to recover and set itself up for a strong...
September can be such a pivotal month in the garden. The long, hot days of summer are winding down, and you can feel the chill of autumn starting to creep in. This is the perfect moment to think ahead and prepare your beds for what’s coming. One of the best things you can do right...
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...
Every autumn, I watch bags of leaves being dragged to the curb, and it always makes me wince a little. Those crunchy, colorful layers that blanket our yards aren’t just debris—they’re nature’s gift, packed with nutrients and life. Raking them up and tossing them away robs your garden of one of the best free resources...
The first frost of the season always seems to sneak up faster than we expect, doesn’t it? One day you’re basking in the late summer warmth, and the next you’re checking the forecast nervously, wondering if your tender plants are going to make it through the night. Preparing your yard before that frost arrives is...
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...
Basil is one of those plants that most of us grow for its fragrant, flavorful leaves, and for good reason—there’s nothing quite like tossing fresh basil into a sauce or a salad. But here’s the thing that often gets overlooked: basil’s flowers are just as valuable as its leaves, and letting your basil bloom can...
Lavender is one of those plants that seems to carry the very essence of summer in its blooms, yet it needs a little bit of thoughtful care before the cooler days roll in. As someone who has tended lavender for years, I can tell you that what you do in late summer and early fall...
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,...
