Put those shears away! Junipers need different pruning techniques than other woody plants. Improper pruning can permanently damage them. The right cuts promote healthy, beautiful branches full of evergreen foliage. Learn how to prune a juniper with seasoned landscaper Jerad Bryant.
Autumn-blooming bulbs erupt into blossom after most plants have finished their growing season. The autumn crocus is one example. As temperatures cool and days shorten in the fall, autumn crocuses emerge from the ground with bright pink flowers. Learn how to plant, grow, and care for these gorgeous specimens alongside seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
Fragrance is a must-have in the home garden! It’s a treat to walk through the yard and smell pleasing aromas. The best way to achieve this is to plant more fragrant perennials. Try one of these 15 most fragrant ones from former nurseryman Jerad Bryant.
If you want beautiful blooming spring bulbs, fall is the time to plant them. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss for a beginner's guide to fall bulb planting for your own beautiful spring garden.
Quick-growing perennials fill empty spaces with lush growth. So what’s the problem? Occasionally, these perennials spread to take over the garden. Join native plant gardener Jerad Bryant and learn how to control these unruly perennials, then find out which are the fastest-spreading.
Planting native ground covers takes a lot of the work out of maintaining your lawn. Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss to talk about some beautiful U.S. Native ground covers that make a healthy replacement for high-maintenance turf grass lawns.
Fall is the season for planting! That’s right, it is fall and not spring. Fall-planted trees grow more roots than spring-planted ones, and they perform better during the growing season. Pick from one of these 15 gorgeous trees from longtime landscaper Jerad Bryant.
Deep shade brings conditions that make many perennials wither. Plants must contend with less sunlight for energetic processes, sometimes dry conditions, and often the extensive roots of nearby trees. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe highlights blooming perennial options to try in extreme shade for colorful, multi-season appeal.
No perennial is completely deer-proof, but those with primary qualities they find distasteful are the first line of defense against extensive damage. Garden expert Katherine Rowe explores top-rated perennials on the unpalatable, deer-unapproved scale.
I love sedums! They fill the late-season garden with bright blooms and succulent leaves. The only downside is their tendency to flop when the blooms get heavy. Don’t worry, as these seven tricks will help you keep the stems upright.
Native trees, from stately giants to smaller-scale specimens, bring all-season landscape appeal. Their intrinsic and ecological value add to our garden diversity, and their adaptability grants them strong performance tailored ot our growing areas. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores native trees to plant in September for healthy roots leading into winter.
Outdoor plants with big leaves make a major statement in the garden. Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss to take a look at some gorgeous plants that have oversized leaves to add drama and texture to your space.