Mists grace the tropical forests of the world. They give rise to epiphytes, mosses, and orchids that love growing in high humidity. In the home, misting emulates the humid forests of the tropics and coastal regions. Discover which plants love being misted alongside seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
Regenerative gardening isn’t just for farmers—it’s for home gardeners, too! Work with nature rather than against it to grow bigger, healthier crops with less effort. Start with these seven simple regenerative gardening practices, courtesy of backyard gardener Jerad Bryant.
Looking to maximize your growing space? Look no further! These vertical gardening systems allow anyone to grow crops regardless of the size of their yard. Tuck these seven systems throughout the garden to change the way you grow crops this year.
As summer begins to wind down, we can sweeten the season’s end with the sweet potato harvest. With a few signals, we can determine the readiness of the underground tuberous roots. Garden expert Katherine Rowe outlines what to look for to pick the ample roots at peak readiness.
Labor Day weekend is a perfect time to get out in the garden and give it an overhaul! Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss for some tasks you can complete this weekend to reset your garden for fall.
As summer transitions into fall, the garden undergoes a series of changes. There are some helpful tasks that you can do to create a smooth and beautiful change from one season to the next. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to talk about transitioning your garden from summer to fall.
Late summer can be a difficult time for pollinators. With a shortage of flowers blooming, nectar and pollen are harder to come by. Join beekeeper and pollinator enthusiast Melissa Strauss for some tips on helping pollinators in the late summer garden.
Late summer brings gardens full of fruits and vegetables. Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn a few crops that you can harvest in August.
Melons are a labor of love, or at least patience, as we await their long development. With full, sweet rounds that ripen quickly in their final days, picking them at peak flavor takes gauging a few cues. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines what to look for to make sure we catch melons at the right time for the sweetest, juiciest slices.
Late summer is a time of balancing plant health while navigating fluctuating weather conditions. It’s also an opportunity to look toward fall and the bounty yet to come. For the best foundation for future growth, avoiding late-season gardening mistakes increases resiliency across seasonal conditions.
Wildfire smoke is, unfortunately, inevitable. It occurs annually in regions prone to wildfires. Even states far from the fires experience effects, as the smoke travels long distances with the wind. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant to learn how to prevent negative impacts; see what to do when smoke damages your garden.
Summer is hot! Many plants struggle without sufficient moisture when temperatures rise during the hot months. Water them at the right time and they’ll stay perky despite the heat. Join seasoned gardener Jerad Bryant to learn the worst time for watering plants in the summer garden.