Tired of weeds sneaking into your carefully tended garden? The best defense is a proactive one. From choosing the right grass seed to proper mowing, fertilizing, and mulching, smart gardening practices can stop weeds before they ever take root. Whether you’re maintaining lush lawns or flower beds, these tips will help you grow stronger plants that outcompete even the peskiest intruders. A weed-free landscape starts with healthy habits.
Want more hummingbirds to visit — and stay — in your yard this summer? These colorful, fast-flying pollinators are drawn to vibrant, tubular flowers in shades of red, orange, and pink. You can also supplement with feeders filled with homemade nectar. From bee balm to butterfly bush, there’s a wide range of plants that will keep these aerial acrobats coming back. Create a hummingbird haven and enjoy the show all season long!
Root crops like carrots, beets, radishes, and turnips are some of the easiest and most rewarding vegetables to grow — even in small spaces. These cool-season staples thrive in loose, rich soil and offer edible greens as a bonus. With the right care and a bit of planning, your harvest can last through the winter in storage. Whether you’re planting early in spring or late into fall, root veggies are a smart, space-saving addition to any garden.
Want to make your garden as kind to the planet as it is beautiful? From using native plants and organic compost to conserving water and welcoming pollinators, small changes in your gardening habits can make a big environmental impact. Pair these practices with eco-conscious products like Dr. Earth and Espoma, and you’ll be well on your way to a garden that supports both your harvest and the health of the planet.
Beautiful additions to any landscape, Japanese Maples will look their best when given some protection during our hot, dry summers. As the weather becomes hotter and drier, your Japanese Maples may show signs of heat stress with the development of crispy leaf edges and/or leaf drop.
Edging and trimming the lawn is like having a manicure after cutting your fingernails…everything is just more perfect!
Window boxes can be an amazing addition to your home landscape, and they’re much more flexible and versatile than many gardeners realize. Take advantage of this great space and you’ll soon be wild about window boxes! Choosing a Window Box There are many types of window boxes available, from classic…
Beautiful, showy clematis are not as difficult to grow as you might think. Learning when to prune your clematis and giving a little attention to their few requirements will reward you with a magnificent show of colorful blooms. Planting Clematis A beautiful clematis starts with proper planting. Clematis prefer to…
Proper watering plays a significant role in producing a healthy tomato plant with tasty, meaty, juicy fruit. So, what’s the secret?
Are your plants looking a little peaked after a long winter of being cooped-up inside? Getting g out for some fresh air during the warm months is healthy for all living things.