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Fruits

11 Fruit Trees You Should Prune Right After Harvest

It’s typically best to prune fruit trees in late winter and early spring before new growth occurs. This is dependent on the type of tree; some grow year-round, while others are deciduous and frost-tolerant. These 11 appreciate pruning right after harvest instead of during the dormant season.

A gardener’s hand in a pink glove holds an iris rhizome with long thin roots and green leafy shoots above a box filled with rhizomes ready for planting.

Flowers

When to Plant Bearded Iris Rhizomes

Bearded irises are a captivating addition to the late spring garden. With their fancy petals and striking colors, these easy-care perennials really pull their own weight. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss answers the question of planting time, so your irises will get off to the strongest start.

Growing Tropical fruit in containers placed somewhere near a balcony with other potted plants have green leaves, appearing in the background

Edible

11 Tropical Fruits You Can Grow in Containers

Do you want a taste of the tropics but live in a temperate climate? Consider growing these heat-loving plants in pots that you can move indoors during the winter. Farmer Briana Yablonski will share tropical fruits that grow well in containers.

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Ornamental Gardens

How To Plant Grass Seed in Your Lawn’s Bare Spots: 5 Easy Steps

Grass seed grows quickly and offers an easy landscape fix to those bare spots that crop up by late summer. With a bit of basic site prep, the seeding process is easy. Depending on your climate, late summer and early fall are prime for the lawn refresh. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in how to infill grassy areas easily for a lush lawn..

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 small dog with white and brown fur sits in front of a colorful mix of pink, orange, and yellow ruffled flowers with bright petals showing a garden with plants that are resistant to dog pee.

Plant Problems

11 Dog Pee-Proof Plants for Your Yard

It’s not pretty, but planning for our dogs’ outside time gives the best chance of healthy plants for our gardens. After all, the pups may be the most important users of our landscapes. Sturdy, dog-urine-resistant selections offer a foundation for growth despite regular stops along the canine walking route.

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.