Hostas are tragically underrated garden plants! They help transform any corner of your yard into stunning focal points with lush architecture and vibrant foliage. How you start your hostas makes all the difference in how quickly you’ll enjoy those gorgeous…
October always gets me thinking about the spooky side of nature. Most folks spend this time of year worried about ghosts and goblins. Meanwhile, I’m fascinated by the real terrors lurking in bogs, swamps, and greenhouses across the country. Chief…
When summer heat sends many flowers into hiding, the best shrubs that flower in summer step up to save the day. These powerhouse plants deliver months of gorgeous blooms that’ll transform your landscape into a pollinator paradise while keeping your…
Think shade means giving up on fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and gorgeous flowers? Think again! These 30 incredible plants that grow in the shade will turn those problem spots into your garden’s most productive and beautiful areas. We cover the…
The bee population is in crisis! With pollinator numbers plummeting worldwide due to habitat loss, pesticides, and climate change, our food systems hang in the balance. That’s why we’ve compiled this epic list of 21 beautiful, pollen-rich, and nectar-producing flowers…
Let’s celebrate the coming of spring by growing some California poppies! These epic orange flowers bloom abundantly and invite troves of garden pollinators. The best part is that sowing California poppy flowers from seed is tremendously easy, even if you…
Welcome to the wild world of spider plants – nature’s most generous houseplant! If you’re looking for a plant that’s part botanical miracle worker, part low-maintenance superstar, and part gift-giving machine, you’ve hit the green thumb jackpot. And if you…
If you live in a shady or wooded area like me, you may wonder about the best plants for hanging baskets in the shade. Thankfully, there are tons of gorgeous plants to choose from that thrive away from direct sunlight,…
Can you grow plants in glass pots? Yes! Glass is making a big, sparkly comeback. Seen as a zero-waste and pollutant-free alternative to plastic, glass vessels are back into our lives with more and more alternative applications beyond food storage….
Trees with edible leaves? Yes! We can show you that salad grows on trees! We all know that homegrown leaves can be delightful. And delicious! The only problem with annual salad crops is that they require ongoing work. And all…