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Trying to figure out what to plant with your dahlias this season, but can't quite figure out what plants well with these beautiful flowers? There are actually a number of different plant options for dahlias, depending on your garden goals. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros looks at her favorite plants to companion plant with dahlias.
If you planted some hydrangeas expecting some big and beautiful blooms only to be disappointed, you aren't alone. Hydrangea blooms can stall for a number of different reasons. The good news is many of these problems are correctable. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago looks at the most common reasons your hydrangea may not be blooming and how to fix it.
Thinking of growing coleus in pots, but aren't sure where to start? Coleus love to be grown in pots or containers, and do quite well in a variety of different spaces. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner provides 15 tips for growing beautiful coleus plants in containers this season!
Thinking of growing strawberries in your raised garden beds this season, but aren't quite sure where to start? Are raised beds even good for growing strawberries? In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through her top tips for growing your strawberries in raised garden beds this season.
Dahlias are beautiful flowers, but there are many pests that love to try to ruin even the most perfect flower gardens. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros looks at the most common pests your dahilas will encounter this season. She also walks through how to identify, prevent, and treat each one of them.
Begonias are an extremely popular indoor and outdoor plant. Due to its unique look, the begonia maculata has become more popular in recent years as both an indoor and outdoor cultivar. They have beautiful spotted leaves, and vibrant blooms when in season. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton takes you through each step to plant, grow, and care for begonia maculata.
Thinking of planting some strawberries in pots or containers this gardening season? Strawberries can indeed be planted in pots or containers, but getting them to produce a great fruit crop will take a little bit more art than science. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through her favorite tips on growing strawberries in containers or pots!
Tradescantia ‘Nanouk’ is a houseplant that's gained popularity rapidly over the last few years. The pretty pink-streaked leaves makes it stand out in a crowd. Kelli Klein explores its care and growth regimen.
Thinking of planting some tomatoes this season, but want to make sure you keep the bugs away when you start planting? Tomatoes have a whole host of different pests that can come after their juicy red fruits, so pest prevention is arguably more important than treatment. In this article, gardening and homestead expert Merideth Cohrs takes a look at the most common tomato pests and how to prevent them.
If you want a truly epic squash harvest, knowing when to pick acorn squash is essential. We share our harvest and storing tips!
Leaf mold is easily one of the best compost options you can put into use in your garden. Horticultural expert Sarah Jay explains what leaf mold is and how to make it!
Thinking of planting some flowering shrubs in your home or garden, but aren't sure which ones are best? There are many different types of flowering shrubs, with many having different colors and completely different looks. In this article, we examine our favorite flowering bushes, with names and pictures of each!