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A shot of ripe fruits of a pluot tree

Fruits

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Pluot Tree

The interspecific pluot tree is a hybrid of plums and apricots that produces juicy, delicious fruit. Floyd Zaiger developed this fruit tree in the US. Sarah Jay will share our tips on growing pluots at home.

A shot of a composition of several low-growing plants in a garden area that showcases short perennials

Shrubs

59 Low Growing Perennial Plants For Garden Edges and Borders

Are you thinking of adding some shorter perennial plants to your garden edges or borders? In this article, we examine 61 of our favorite perennial plants that are smaller in stature. These plants will return year after year, and give your garden a great look with the foliage that's closer to the ground.

Grow Pothos Plants Outdoors

Houseplants

Can You Grow Pothos Plants Outdoors? Will They Survive?

Pothos plants are an indoor plant favorite amongst many amateur gardeners. But what about growing them outside? Is that a good or bad idea and will they actually live outside in your climate or hardiness zone? Organic gardening expert Logan Hailey explores what you can expect if you attempt to grow these popular plants outside.

A close-up shot of a composition of developing plants, showcasing hosta varieties

Shrubs

31 Beautiful Hosta Varieties for Any Garden Space

Thinking of planting some hostas in your garden but aren't sure which variety to choose? The good news is that there are over 3,000 different types of hosta cultivars to choose from! In this article, certified master gardener and hosta expert Laura Elsner takes walks through her favorite hosta varieties.

An area with shade loving perennial flowers, having lovely blooms with vivid-colored hues having deep green foliage in the bavkground

Ornamental Gardens

31 Perennial Flowers For Shaded Gardens With Limited Sun

If you have a shaded gardening area, finding the right flowers to plant can be quite a challenge. It's important to have the right balance of sunlight for perennials to come back year after year. In this article, hobby gardener Jason White looks at 31 shade loving perennials that will come back each year if properly cared for.

A shot of a composition of blue colored flowers of the hyssop

Herbs

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Hyssop

Hyssop is an old-time herb that is both culinary and medicinal. It is also an incredible pollinator lure. It has an upright habit with tall spikes of blue to purple flowers. Ann McCarron will reveal the comprehensive guide to growing this interesting herb.

Small Garden Strawberry

Fruits

Why Are Strawberries From My Garden So Small?

Are your garden strawberries smaller than the ones you usually pick up at the grocery store? Don't fret, because this actually happens to many gardeners and is quite common. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey explores nine reasons why your garden strawberries might be smaller than normal and how to fix it!

Orange Perennial Flower

Flowers

21 Orange Perennial Flowers With Names and Pictures

Thinking of adding some color to your garden, and have settled on some bright orange? Finding the right balance of colors in any flower garden is critical, especially if you want these flowers to come back each year. In this article, we look at our favorite orange perennial flowers that will help bring a bit of energy to your flower garden this season, and many more after it.