Don’t Kill These 17 Beneficial Insects in Your Garden
Not all insects are pests! Roll out the welcome mat for friendly insects that will help, not hurt, your garden.
Perk Up Your Green Thumb With This Guide to Coffee Plant Care
If you don’t know beans about growing coffee indoors, grab a cup of joe and check out the information we’ve harvested for you.
Solved! Does Fertilizer Go Bad?
It’s helpful to know if fertilizer is too old or spoiled to be of any use. Thankfully, fertilizer shelf life extends longer than you might guess, but it depends on what type of fertilizer you have.
All You Need to Know About Soil Types
Is your soil chalky, sandy, or silty? Is it acid or alkaline? Before you put in a flower garden, add some trees, or plant your vegetables, figure out what type of soil you’re dealing with and how best to amend it to have the healthiest, most flourishing plants ever.
12 Gardening Mistakes That Are Killing Your Plants
Novice gardeners—and those gifted with a green thumb—can fumble from time to time. Learn how to avoid these common gardening mistakes and grow a lush, productive garden.
Solved! Why Are Trees Painted White?
Here’s why you might spot whitewashed tree trunks in your neighborhood.
10 Houseplants That Thrive Where Others Die
If you have a history of killing houseplants, don’t give up! We have the right plant for you.
Don’t Plant These 8 Vegetables in Containers
Spatial limitations of planters or the need for additional watering and fertilizing make some plants better suited to growing in a garden.
NOAA Predicts Widespread Extreme Heat This Summer: 10 Ways to Adapt Your Home and Garden Now
With this record-breaking summer of heat affecting much of the nation, discover ways to stay cool and protect your home and yard.
What to Plant in May for a Thriving Spring, Summer, and Even Fall Garden
May is the month when many gardeners can finally begin to plant species that won’t tolerate frost, as well as those that require heat.