Gardening Basics

From when they began to how many tons of food they produced, learn about a key piece of the American...

Should you use eggshells in the garden? Readers offer their best garden hacks and tips for getting the most out...

These common gardening solutions and backyard home remedies won't get you proven results. Here's why you should stop doing them!

Clean out your closets and repurpose your old or extra household items as helpful gardening bargains for your flower and...

This spring, laziness pays off big for pollinators. Here's how to effectively and politely participate in No Mow May.

These flowering shrubs have been beloved by gardeners throughout history. Learn if hydrangeas have meaning and the message each color...

Perk up your plants! Learn how an expert says gardeners should use their leftover coffee grounds.

Living in the far north or south can make for tough growing conditions, but we've got tips for easy gardening...

New gardener? No sweat! Skip the stress with no-dig gardens that are good to grow. Gardening is easy with these...

A thyme plant isn't just a fragrant and edible herb. It is a versatile plant that adds beauty in many...

Not sure how to tell the good from the bad when identifying weeds? Figure out whether you should pull that...

Did you know that dandelions are part of the daisy family and all parts are edible? Learn more fascinating dandelion...

Yes you can get plants for free! Save money and beautify your backyard with these easy budget-friendly gardening tips.

Learn more about your soil with these two quick and easy at-home soil tests. Find out how to check your...

Since water runs right through sandy soil, the growing conditions are rather dry, even with rain. These plants for sandy...

Slow-draining clay soil makes life difficult for many plants. Not to worry! These plants for clay soil will survive and...

Be a garden sleuth and find out the identify of your mystery plant. See key differences between rhododendron vs azalea...

Looking for ways to eliminate garden insect pests, without resorting to pesticides? Get our tips for controlling harmful garden bugs,...

Find the best ground cover plants that blanket the garden with color and texture. Grow ground covers for shade,...

Do you have a favorite flower color in the garden? Learn the secrets of flower color meanings and which hues...

Think beyond a basic, boring grassy lawn and get inspired with these front yard landscaping ideas to take your curb...

Get expert advice for how to get rid of dandelions and keep them from coming back. Plus, find out why...

Garden tool storage doesn't have to be a tricky task! Steal our readers best storage tips, including duffel bags, buckets...

A bulb isn't always just a bulb. Learn about the plants that grow from the types of flower bulbs, including...

Read this guide to the types of mulch before you go shopping at the garden center.

Wondering how to repot a plant? It's not difficult! With these expert tips, you can give your indoor plants and...

Strong and healthy plants thrive when you feed them properly. Here’s how to give your garden a nutrient boost with...

Water your plants with ease! Keep your indoor and outdoor plants healthy with six plant waterer systems that do the...

Gardening expert Melinda Myers explains why mushrooms sprout on your lawn and trees and what to do about them.