

Garden Hoses: What To Know Before You Buy
Garden hoses don't last forever. When you're in the market for a new one, these tips will help you make...

9 Foods You Should Never Feed to Birds
Can birds eat bread? Not all people foods are safe for birds. Leave these nine foods off the menu to...

What Are Spider Mites and How Do You Get Rid of Them?
Speedy action can prevent spider mites from becoming mighty plant menaces in hot and dry summers. Try these expert-approved strategies.

The 6 Best Soil Test Kits to Identify Problems and Get Your Garden Blooming
The composition of soil is just as important as the quality of the seed that's planted. Analyze yours with these...

What to Put in the Bottom of a Planter for Drainage
What's the best way to fill a plant container? Here are several tips on economical and practical methods to fill...


What Is Wild Garlic and How Do I Get Rid of It?
In the kitchen, the aroma of garlic is a pleasure. In your yard, not so much. Here's what to do...


10 Best Full Sun Perennials that Thrive in Sunny Spots
Have a sunny spot where you could use a bright splash of color? Start with these 10 popular sun-loving perennials.


10 Best Pool Privacy Plants to Perfect Your Outdoor Oasis
Add ambience, color and fragrance to your backyard with these pool privacy plants and relax in your very own oasis.

What’s the Difference Between Potting Soil and Potting Mix?
It's confusing, but our experts will help you grow great looking plants, indoors and out.

What Are Wild Violets and How Do I Get Rid of Them?
These delicate blooming plants can be a challenge to banish from your yard. Here's how to rid your lawn of...


Garden Hoe Buying Guide
Choosing the right garden hoe can take some of the backbreaking work out of gardening. Here's a helpful roundup of...


10 Best Plants for Rock Gardens
These 10 plants work well in rock gardens in just about any climate and can add beauty and interest to...

What Are Air Plants and How Do They Grow?
Hardy, soil-less air plants double as home décor. Discover air plant facts, good options to start with, how to care...

8 Best Garden Rakes for Cleaning Up Around Plants
Treat your plants and flowers with loving care by using the right garden tools. This collection of rakes includes something...

10 Dwarf Trees for Your Backyard
Dwarf trees offer beauty and edible fruit without taking up much yard space. Learn what dwarf trees are and discover...


10 Longest Blooming Perennials
Tired of perennials that bloom just a few weeks every year? Exchange them for these 10 perennials that bloom for...

These 5 Houseplants Are Worth a Lot of Money!
If you have one or more of these houseplants, you might be sitting on some extra cash, as cuttings and...


23 Low-Light Indoor Plants That Thrive in Near Darkness
These low-light houseplants thrive without direct sunlight, so now you can have a touch of Mother Nature in every corner...


What Regions and Zones are Best for Growing Hostas?
Hostas can grow in a wide range of U.S. regions and zones. Here are the areas where they absolutely thrive.


20 Best Perennials That Bloom Year After Year
How do you choose the best perennials from so many gorgeous options? We picked these 20 for their remarkable flower...


10 Best Hydroponic Plants for Your Garden
How does your garden grow? To its max potential, if you choose the easiest and best plants for hydroponics.

How to Keep Deer and Other Pests Away from Your Hostas
Deer, rabbits and other animals love hostas just as much as gardeners. Here are some easy ways to keep these...

How To Start a Hay Bale Garden
First things first: Hay bale gardening bales are most often made of straw. They're a smart, economical version of container...


Tips for Fertilizing Flowers With Bone Meal
What do flower blossoms have in common with buffalo? Bone meal.


The 7 Best Hydroponic Garden Kits
Have you decided to try out next-generation hydroponic gardening? Here are the top kits to get your garden up and...


Homeowner’s Guide to Garden Fertilizers
Here's how to fertilize plants, plus pro tips on what works best on some of the most popular garden plants...


10 Azalea Flower Bed Tips and Ideas
Azaleas are the star attraction in many gardens and yards. Learn how to make the most of yours with these...

What to Know About Hydroponic Gardens
With impressive yields and efficient use of space, hydroponics may be the future of horticulture. Here's an overview of at-home...

Brighten Up Your Outdoor Space with the 8 Best Garden Lights
An outdoor space is warmer and more inviting with the right lighting. Start with the best garden lights.