I'm biased because of how much I love these plants, but violets are absolute treasures in just about any garden space. They're some of the first flowers to appear in springtime, and their intoxicating ...
Growing Irises: How to Plant and Grow This Classic Beauty
Irises are extremely versatile in the garden, with species that can tolerate soggy soil, part shade, full sun, and even drought. With over 300 species offering an astounding array of colors and sizes ...
How to Use Low Tunnels to Extend Your Growing Season
Low tunnels are an excellent tool to help extend your growing season. They are easy to construct, are temporary, and don't cost a lot of money. Low tunnels fit into gardens of any size or shape and ...
23 Obnoxious Pumpkin Pests and How to Handle Them
Pumpkins are spectacular fruits, aren't they? They come in so many shapes, sizes, and hues, and are as fun to cultivate as they are delicious. Of course, growing them can be a bit frustrating at times ...
Grape Hyacinth: How to Grow Muscari for Easy Spring Color
Although this little plant has a short blooming period, grape hyacinth makes a big impact in the garden. Available in multiple colors, it creates texture and color that stands out from other plants in ...
20 Stunning Flowers to Plant in Fall for Spring Color
Just about everyone's spirits soar when they see flowers blooming after a long, cold winter. Springtime blossoms are a feast for the eyes and the heart alike, filling the landscape with gorgeous hues ...
Growing Black-Eyed Susans For Enduring Color in Your Garden
Beautiful black-eyed Susans are the quintessential flowers of summertime. Bright, sunny, and tall, this easy-to-grow summer flower is perfect beside purple cone flowers, daisies, and bee balm. My ...
15 Serious Peach Tree Pests and Diseases You Should Know About
Who doesn't love peaches? Their appearance signal the season when we reap the rewards of all our work in the garden and orchard. Just thinking about a sun-warmed, juicy peach is enough to make your ...
13 Common Artichoke Pests and Diseases and What to Do About Them
Going by the look of artichoke plants, you would think that they suffer from few pests or diseases, as they look positively fearless with their thick skin and spikey growths. However, artichokes ...