Gardening

All about gardening - we have many in-depth guides about edibles, ornamentals, houseplants, and much more. We provide answers for your garden issues!

A close-up and base-angle shot of slender blades and cones of a pinus sapling, showcasing why pine trees are turning brown

Trees

Pine Trees Turning Brown: Causes and Solutions

Pine trees take on browning leaves at times, and knowing the reason for their browning is important. Follow along as experienced gardener and master naturalist Sarah Jay discusses the reasons your pines are turning brown.

Persimmon tree with glossy green leaves and ripening orange fruits, a tree that needs extra water in summer.

Trees

11 Trees That Need Extra Water in Late Summer

Late summer droughts spell trouble for fruit and nut trees! Their roots dry quickly, leading to fruit drop and poor yields. These 11 species need extra water near the end of the growing season. Join expert grower Jerad Bryant to discover which of your trees needs special care this season.

A close-up shot of a vine, with vibrant lilac colored flower clusters that is drooping down an archway, showcasing how to train wisteria

Vines

How to Train Wisteria Vines

Wisteria vines are gorgeous, but they grow quite large over time and need special attention when it comes to taming them. Florida gardener Melissa Strauss goes over the basics of training that beautiful, blooming vine.

A stem with Spider mites roses with the flower head covered in a white material with insects littered on the surface with a yellow green background

Shrubs

How to Get Rid of Spider Mites on Roses

It’s late summer, and spider mites may be cropping up on our favorite ornamentals, fruits, and vegetables. Roses in hot, dry situations are no exception to the common garden pests. Gardening expert Katheirne rowe explores how to minimize the spider mite population on roses and their damage, too.

Top view of female hands in colorful gloves planting a lush bunch of pink layered chrysanthemums in gray-brown soil beside a bright red watering can, showing where to plant mums.

Flowers

Where to Plant Garden Mums So They Come Back Every Year

Hardy garden mums are a joy in the garden. They grow unsuspectingly all season until bursting into bloom in late summer and fall. The easy-care perennials are worthy of a permanent spot for seasons of recurrent color. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores where to plant mums to experience their carefree perennial delight.

A vibrant flowerbed of light yellow and violet mums and dark orange marigolds in full bloom, illustrating the contrast in mums vs. marigolds.

Flowers

Mums vs. Marigolds: Which is Best for Your Garden

Why not both? Mums and marigolds are superb flowers for gardens, veggie plots, and front doorsteps. They’re both incredibly decorative, but they have key differences in their growing habits. Learn which is best for you and your garden alongside seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.