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Many plants wither or stop growing to conserve energy in the August heat. It's tough to keep the garden looking nice this time of year. Florida gardener Melissa Strauss has a list of plants that brave the heat and make it through August beautifully.
Quinoa is a pseudograin! It’s delicious, nutritious, and easy to grow. Get the most from your crop by harvesting the seed pods at the right time and in the right way. Join backyard gardener Jerad Bryant to discover when and how to harvest quinoa.
Rose pruning looks straightforward until you start seeing problems develop after cutting. These common mistakes can weaken plants, invite disease, and reduce flowering for years to come. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how to avoid the pruning errors that damage roses.
If you’re established garden phlox isn’t blooming as vigorously as it once did, or if you want to expand the collection, division is a simple way to rejuvenate the crop. Garden expert Katherine Rowe outlines how to divide summer phlox for the best return to glory and expansion of the show.
Landscaping a new home can be exciting and enjoyable. It's a chance to shape your space into something beautiful, personal, and functional. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to talk about some wonderful shrubs for the foundation of your landscape.
Is your garden already full of plants? Don’t despair! Instead, use containers! Potted tomato plants easily fit next to beds, walkways, and borders. Whether you have a full-on container garden or a single tomato plant in a pot, these seven tricks will help you cultivate happy, healthy, and beautiful tomatoes!
Fan aloe is a fascinating and unique succulent shrub with fantastic foliage and attractive flowers. It's tough and low-maintenance, and adds a fun flair to warm climate gardens. Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss to discuss how to plant and grow this beautiful plant.
Short-lived perennials have clever uses in the garden. Whether you need a quick grower or a profuse bloomer, these plants make up for their short lives with vigorous qualities. Longtime gardener Jerad Bryant recommends these 11 common perennials for a short-lived meadow.
Mulching is a bit more complicated nowadays than it used to be! There are many different options to choose from, and you may wonder which type is right for your garden. Wonder no more! Professional landscaper Jerad Bryant shares nine mulch dos and don'ts.
Romantic and idyllic, cottage gardens are a beautiful representation of the love of gardening. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss for a look at some iconic perennials to add instant charm to your beautiful cottage garden.
Growing tomatoes in hot and humid climates presents unique challenges. Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn a few ways to grow healthy and productive tomatoes during muggy summer days.
Shake up the front yard display with showy perennials that offer bold blooms, dynamic foliage, and varied textures for contrast. Perennials bring high visual appeal season after season. Landscape designer Katherine Rowe explores top perennials worthy of a front-of-house position.