Gardening

Make the backyard garden of your dreams a reality with these gardening tips and ideas from our experts.

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Growing Orchids: Paphiopedilum, or Lady’s Slipper

Ready for a bit of a challenge? Try growing orchids in the Paphiopedilum family! Lady's slipper orchids are fascinating and...


Growing Orchids: Cattleya

The showstopping blooms of a Cattleya will tempt almost any gardener to try growing orchids. Learn what you need to...


Growing Orchids: Phalaenopsis

Ready to give growing orchids a try? Phalaenopsis, also known as moth orchids, are a great place to start.


5 Basil Varieties For Your Herb Garden

Already growing sweet basil to make pesto? Try these other basil varieties to add distinctive flavor to your home-cooked recipes...


Try Caladiums for Shade Gardens

Whether you choose caladiums with cool white leaves or brilliant reds, their foliage adds a real pop to your shade...


Growing Balloon Flower

The great thing about growing balloon flower is that it's suited to almost any garden, and needs very little maintenance...


Can I Fix a Broken Butterfly Wing?

It’s hard to see a battered butterfly struggle. Learn if it’s really appropriate to try to fix a broken butterfly...


The Ultimate Guide to a Dog-Friendly Backyard

Design a garden or backyard with pets in mind. A dog-friendly space keeps your furry pals safe, happy and healthy.

Maypop Passion Vine For Butterflies

Native to the southeast, Maypop Passionvine has truly astonishing flowers. It serves as the host plant for multiple butterflies.


How to Prune and Care for Crape Myrtle Trees

Beloved in the Southern states, crape myrtle trees flower profusely in summer. Learn how to properly care for and prune...


12 Easy Ways to Take Your Garden to the Next Level

It's simple to make a huge impact in your garden with these easy ideas.


Facts About Cloudless Sulphur Butterflies

The cloudless sulphur is one of those species that put the "butter" in butterfly! Learn more about this species.


Grow-Your-Own Bloody Mary Bar

Pile on homegrown garnishes, then invite friends to belly up to a Bloody Mary bar.


Behind the Scenes of a Flower Farm

Erin Benzakein of Floret Farm shares how she started growing and harvesting beautiful blooms.


Why You Should Grow Heirloom Veggies

Reap the many benefits of timeless, region-specific veggies


Growing Delphiniums in the Flower Garden

If you're a fan of blue flowers, you're going to want to start growing delphiniums as soon as possible!


12 Tips and Tricks for a Weed-Free Backyard

Arm yourself with a favorite tool and use these fresh ideas to say goodbye to unwanted plants.

3 Different Ways to Grow Moss

Go mad for moss! One easy-growing plant, three ways to cultivate it.


The 9 Best New Flowers and Plants for 2017

Roll out the red carpet for 2017's brand-new plants.


5 Elegant Japanese Garden Styles to Try

A touch of Japan adds minimalist style to your own backyard.


How to Easily Grow Succulents Indoors

Even superstar plants need a little TLC. Here's how to grow them with ease.


Spring Break Nature Activities for Kids

Take advantage of time off and warmer weather to get out and enjoy the great outdoors with these nature activities...


6 Extraordinary Past Uses for Ordinary Plants

Travel back in time to discover unexpected uses for everyday plants.

7 Spring Holidays to Celebrate This Year

Learn how flowers and trees make our favorite spring holidays extra special.


From Carrots to Cucumbers: Your Guide to 7 Veggie-Harvest Times

Veggie harvest times vary based on temperature and growing conditions.


7 Fabulous Facts About Flowering Trees

Learn more about everyone's favorite spring showstoppers!


The Many Colors of a Tuscan Sun Rose

Disease-resistant and free-flowering, Tuscan Sun Rose blooms offer a variety of colors on one bush.


Celebrating Women Naturalists Through History

In honor of International Women’s Day, learn more about four women naturalists and their contributions to our knowledge of birds,...


The Perfect Plant: How All-America Selections Designs New Plants

Add a wow factor to your space with award-winners designed, tried, and tested to make your garden pop.