Hostas are generally cold-hardy, but winter rot can kill even established plants when conditions turn wet. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how excess moisture causes winter damage and what you can do to prevent it.
Dragon fruit is on the rise in popularity in our home gardens for good reason - its colorful, sweet fruits and unique cacti form. If your tropical succulent shows signs of stress or damage beyond growing conditions, a few common pitahaya offenders may be the cause.
Our Christmas cactus is in the wings, waiting to take center stage with bright holiday flowers. Or, it should be, if a healthy specimen in optimal growing conditons. The adaptable tropical succulents are easy to care for, but balancing the water needs of both cacti and rainforest-dwelling specimens is the key to avoiding problems like root rot. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines how to remedy root rot in Christmas cactus by catching it early and reversing the damage.
Japanese beetles make quick work of devouring otherwise healthy plants. For several weeks in the summer, they feed on a wide range of hosts. To minimize damage and deter the hungry insects, gardening expert Katherine Rowe highlights their least favorite selections so we may reduce the draw while maintaining whole specimens.
Don’t let pests and diseases fester over the winter. Use expert cleanup practices to rid them from the garden so they stay away this season and the next. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant in tackling the essential fall garden cleanup chores.
Paths are like the bones of the garden; they give the site structure and balance. Without them, where would you walk? They’re necessary components of a well-thought-out landscape. Learn how to create and maintain weed-free garden paths with longtime landscaper Jerad Bryant.
Bee balm is beautiful, but it’s also super susceptible to powdery mildew. Some varieties are more sensitive than others, and you’ll notice white, fuzzy growth all over their leaves. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant and learn how to prevent and treat powdery mildew on bee balm.
Is your cauliflower looking a little worse for wear? People aren't the only ones that like to eat this brassica; many insects do, too. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to discuss how to identify and treat common cauliflower pests.
Autumn in the garden is pumpkin time, and we are ready! Pumpkins and other squash are not immune to pests. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss discusses common pumpkin pests and how you can get rid of them.
Rotting squash fruits are not what you want to see on your garden walks. Maybe they’re falling off before the flowers open, or they’re growing a little then dying off. No matter the problem, we’ll figure out what’s going on and learn how to fix it.
Powdery mildew is incredibly common! If you’re seeing it in your garden, you’re not alone. It’s annoying, but it’s rarely debilitating. Your maple tree will rebound next spring. Learn how to get rid of powdery mildew for good with native plant gardener Jerad Bryant.
Powdery mildew is unsightly, but it’s not the end of the world! This fungal disease rarely causes plant death, though it tends to infect squash and cucumbers late in the growing season. Learn how to identify, prevent, and manage the condition alongside former nurseryman Jerad Bryant.