Gardening

Find gardening tips, plant guides, and seasonal advice for planting and caring for vegetables, herbs, flowers, and houseplants. Learn about raised beds, container gardening, soil care, seed starting, and other techniques for a healthy garden.
 

How to Grow Rhubarb: Plant, Care, & Harvest Tips for a Perennial Garden

From 5-Gallon Buckets to Trash Cans, Grow Crops in Pots!

The Ultimate Guide to Community Gardens: Growing Food and Community Spirit

Fast, fresh, and full of flavor—grow green onions in just a few weeks with this easy guide

Top Native Asclepias Species for Monarch Caterpillars and Pollinator Gardens

Identifying and Controlling 13 Common Lawn and Garden Weeds

A simple guide to growing this crisp, peppery green at home.

How to Grow Asparagus From Crowns or Seeds: A Perennial Favorite That Keeps Giving

Which Plants Deer Won't Eat (Unless Desperate!)

Light, Water, and Humidity Needs for Healthy Growth

A Practical Guide to Planning, Planting, and Growing

Take the Mystery Out of Container Gardening

Easy Landscaping Ideas to Reduce Yard Work

What to Plant with Cucumbers for Better Growth, Higher Yields, and Fewer Pests

Learn how to choose the best flowering shrubs and trees to plant in spring

Easy-Care Groundcovers That Suppress Weeds and Prevent Erosion

Discover why spirea is one of the easiest and most reliable flowering shrubs for hedges, borders, and pollinator gardens.

These hardy, sharp-leaved plants bring desert beauty to any garden or sunny room—and ask for almost nothing in return.

Ancient Gardening Wisdom for a Sustainable Garden

Fragrant foliage, winter berries, and low-maintenance native beauty

Grow your sweetest carrots yet with these soil-smart gardening tips

Low-Maintenance Plants That Return Year After Year

How to Use Diatomaceous Earth in the Garden (Slug & Insect Control)

Understanding Light Levels and Plant Shade Definitions

Dig into the basics of planting, growing, and storing potatoes

Calculate how much mulch you need for your garden bed!

Different types of soil, how much soil, and other considerations.

Choosing the Best Perennials and Annuals for Containers

Easter Lily Care Guide: After Bloom, Planting, and Pet Safety

What Are Invasive Plants? Identification, Impact, and How to Stop Them

From glossy leaves to bright berries, hollies bring year-round charm—and a touch of holiday magic—to any garden.

Choosing Evergreens: Pine vs. Fir vs. Arborvitae

Bright, Bold, and Blissfully Easy: Bring Sunshine to Your Garden with Shasta Daisies!

So little time, so many different lilies to choose!

Your Complete Guide to Planting, Growing, and Caring for Oleanders

Discover how to care for bay laurel, the classic Mediterranean herb that’s as beautiful as it is flavorful.

Fragrant, colorful climbing flowers that bring cottage-garden charm, pollinators, and long-lasting blooms to trellises, borders, and bouquets.

Discover the best magnolia varieties and learn how to plant and care for them.

Learn How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Mountain Laurel Shrubs

Learn how to care for the elegant, low-light parlor palm—one of the easiest and pet-safe houseplants for brightening any room.

Looking for plants that can handle heat and dry soil? Beat the heat with these options that thrive with minimal watering.

Pros and Cons of Square-Foot Gardening for You

How Do You Design a Raised Bed Garden?

Why your garden might be in a new Zone—and what to do about it.

Grow beautiful flowers that taste as good as they look and bring flavor, color, and creativity to your meals.

Hanging baskets and pots take your houseplants to new heights!

A Beginner-Friendly Guide to Growing and Caring for Ponytail Palms Indoors

What to Plant with Carrots for Higher Yields, Better Flavor, and Healthier Crops

What to Plant with Peppers for Bigger Harvests, Better Pollination, and Fewer Pests

What to Plant with Onions for Better Growth, Fewer Pests, and Healthier Bulbs

What to Plant with Basil for Better Growth, Flavor, and Fewer Pests

Select varieties that you can eat and store all year

Best vegetable pairings for your garden—rooted in research and experience

Fuel monarchs along their migration route

Yes, you can plant potatoes in raised beds or planters!

Maximize small spaces with smart vertical gardening techniques, perfect for patios, balconies, and backyard walls.

7 Things to Consider When Starting a New Garden

Discover your garden’s ideal soil pH, test methods, natural adjustments, and pH preferences for common plants and vegetables.

What Is Direct Sowing—and Why It’s Simpler Than You Think.

Hydrangea Pruning Guide: When and How to Prune

Tough, Drought-Tolerant, No-Mow Lawn Replacements

Learn to Start Your Vegetables From Seed Whenever Possible

Plus, Add an Optional "Pest Protector" Screen Mesh Cover

Testing the Best Ways to Melt Snow and Warm Garden Soil

Grow vibrant, nutritious kale right at home with these easy tips

Plant sweet, crisp peas in the spring or fall for a tasty garden treat!

A Guide to Growing This Pollinator-Friendly Native Perennial

Attract Pollinators, Brighten Your Garden, and Enjoy Long-Lasting Blooms

Planting, Growing, and Caring for Bee Balm Flowers

Hydroponic Strawberries: A Beginner’s Growing Guide

Cold-hardy blooms for garden beds, borders, and containers

Native tree with spring blooms, edible berries, and fall color

The Best Herbs to Plant in the Garden . . . and Why!

Discover the easiest, highest-yield plants for raised bed gardening—including beginner favorites and space-saving picks.

These soil-dwelling pests chew holes in root crops.

How do you know if your soil is well-draining?

A Beginner-Friendly Way to Attract Bees, Butterflies, and Hummingbirds

Key Growing Tips and Care Essentials for a Thriving St. Augustine Grass Lawn

Calculate the right amount of topsoil for your garden or landscaping project.