What exactly is vermiculite?
If you've noticed vermiculite listed as an ingredient in your potting soil mixes, you might wonder what it is. This guide will explain what you need to know.
What does indirect sunlight actually mean?
Many indoor plants require indirect sunlight, but what does this mean? Here's what you should know.
Creeping thyme is a colorful alternative ground cover to grass – what to know
Grass lawns may be popular, but they come with a host of problems. Why not try growing a creeping thyme lawn instead? This guide will show you how.
Does vinegar kill weeds? How to use your favorite household cleaning product in your garden
Use this guide to figure out the pros and cons of using vinegar as a weed killer in your home garden.
What herbs can be planted together? How to plan your herb garden
Herbs are tasty and useful, but which ones should you plant together in your garden? This guide will explain what you need to know to plan your herb garden.
What’s a French drain? A fantastic way to rid your garden of excess water
If water is building up in your garden or yard after a rainstorm and damaging your plants, then a French drain can help. Here's how to build your own.
Incorporate the hortifuturism trend into your space for an out-of-this-world garden
Take a deep dive into the hortifuturism trend, which invites you to explore new frontiers in your gardening endeavors.
How to get a green lawn that will make your neighbors green with envy
From watering to fertilizing to mowing, here are some easy tips and tricks to help you get the lush, dark green lawn you've always wanted.
Watch out for these signs of root rot in your plants
Make sure your plants are healthy by watching out for these signs of root rot
What you need to know about deadheading in your garden
Here's everything you need to know about deadheading in your garden
Hardening off your seedlings as you bring them outside is crucial – here’s how to do it
Here's a guide on how to harden off your seedlings for healthy and happy growing season crops.
5 essential spring lawn care tips you need to know
Preparing your lawn for the spring growing season doesn't have to be difficult. Here are five spring lawn care tips to help you ensure your greass thrives.
Kokedama is an easy and elegant gardening trend that you can try today
Kokedama gardening is a technique from Japan that looks impressive, but is surprisingly easy to make and maintain. Here's what you need to know.
How to treat brown spots on fiddle-leaf figs to get your plant back in tiptop shape
Let's walk through how to treat brown spots on fiddle-leaf fig leaves and return your plant to a beautiful green.
How to prune lilacs for healthy growth and beautiful blooms
Lilacs need to be pruned, but it has to be at the right time. Here's a guide on how to prune lilacs for future blooms.
Make sure your hydrangeas have the best blooms by pruning them properly
How to prune your hydrangeas this summer to ensure the best blooms
What is diatomaceous earth – and why does your garden need it?
Diatomaceous earth is a useful garden tool, keeping many pests away from your plants. Want to get started using it for yourself? Here's what you need to know.
This is when you should start seeds indoors
Growing seeds is all about timing. Here’s when to start your plants indoors to ensure that they grow healthy and strong.
How to make plant food that’s better than store-bought
Here's how to feed your plants well with our simple homemade plant food recipe.
How much sunlight should your succulents have?
Do succulents need full sun, or can they thrive in the shade? Here's what you need to know
Why mulching might be the best option for your old Christmas tree
That old Christmas tree doesn't need to go to the landfill. There are lots of new options, including turning the tree into eco-friendly mulch.
A guide to winter lawn fertilizer for keeping your turf healthy this season
Are you getting ready for winter? Make sure you know what fertilizer to buy for your lawn by following our guide.
5 outdoor gardening projects to focus on this November
Take advantage of the cooler weather and do these five projects this November.
6 plants you should cut back to keep your garden thriving this fall
Help your garden thrive by cutting back these plants this fall. Your garden will thank you come springtime!
6 outdoor gardening projects to do in October
Take advantage of the cooler weather and do these five projects this October.
What you need for a gorgeous indoor rose plant
Roses will grow just as well indoors as long as you take proper care of them. Here are the basics of indoor rose care.
How to make sure your garden is set up to transition from summer to fall
Looking ahead to the fall? Here's how to make sure your garden is ready for the transition
How to grow indoor ivy plants without having them take over your house
We'll tell you how to grow beautiful indoor ivy plants that will elevate your home without taking over it.
How to clean carrots from your garden for a tasty meal
If you’ve ever wondered how to clean carrots, here are some easy tips for you to follow for the freshest garden goodies!
Curious when pumpkins grow? Here’s our guide to growing your own
You may be wondering when pumpkins grow. Our general guide for pumpkin growth is a great place to start.
Turn your hydrangea leaves from brown to green – make your plants healthy again
A guide on how to treat brown spots on hydrangea leaves and return your ornamental plant to green again.
Peat moss vs. coco peat: Which is best?
Keep reading to learn more about some of the key similarities and differences between two exciting growing mediums — peat moss and coco coir.
When to apply fertilizer to your vegetable garden for the best, tastiest results
Looking forward to those tasty summer veggies? Here's when to apply fertilizer to your vegetable garden for the best harvest.
When should you fertilize your azaleas? What you need to know
If you want to keep your azaleas beautiful, here is everything you need to know about when and how to fertilize them.
Not sure how often to water seedlings? Here’s everything you need to know about starting seeds
Here's everything you need to know about growing your indoor seedlings into healthy plants.