Gardening

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

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The Ultimate Guide to Planting Spring Bulbs

Lay the groundwork now for breathtaking blooms after the snow melts. Learn when to plant spring bulbs, how to choose...


How to Find the First and Last Frost Dates

Frost Dates are the bookends for your vegetable garden and annual flowerbeds. Mark the dates on your calendar, then plan...


Create a Year-Round Garden with Plants for All Seasons

Follow these simple steps to create a garden filled with plants that offer beauty in all seasons.


Why Is There Mold on My Houseplant Soil and How Do I Fix It?

White, fuzzy growths can appear at the base of your plant seemingly overnight. Salvage your houseplant and prevent moldy soil...


10 Easy-to-Grow Houseplants All Plant Parents Need

Calling all gardeners! We found 10 low-maintenance houseplants sold on Amazon.com that will beautify your home or workspace.


White Honeymoon Tulips Are the Blooms You Need in Your Garden

Honeymoon tulips have a snow-white color and delicately fringed petals that will take your breath away.


Expert Tips for Late Season Gardening

Consider fall to be a new prime planting time for your garden.

Everything You Need to Know About Planting and Growing Dahlias

With a little know-how, growing dahlias is an easy way to bring oodles of color to your flower garden.


5 Essential Steps for Tree Planting Success

Planting a tree may be easier than you think. Just follow these digging, watering and planting tips to ensure your...


This is Why You Should Not Plant Mums in Fall

Mums are a popular choice for colorful fall flowers, but the best season to plant them may surprise you.


How to Overwinter Non-Hardy Bulbs and Tropical Plants

Northern gardeners should follow these proven tips to spare tropical plants and bulbs, including dahlias, gladiolus and begonias, from the...


How to Care for Hydrangeas: 7 Things You Need to Know

Here's a closer look at how to care for hydrangeas, including tips on where and how to plant them.


‘Citrus Splash’ Is the Gorgeous Multicolored Rose You Need in Your Garden

The 'Citrus Splash' rose brings the garden to life with splashes of vivid orange and yellow on the abundant blooms....


Meet the Colorful Moths You Can See During Daytime

Learn more about the bright, colorful moths you can see in your backyard any time of day.


How to Identify and Attract Pearl Crescent Butterflies

See what pearl crescent butterflies and caterpillar look like, boost your butterfly identification knowledge, and learn how to attract them...


9 Fun Fall Outdoor Container Ideas

When summer fades and cooler temperatures prevail, it's time to jazz up your outdoor living space with fresh fall decor....

11 Mistakes You May Be Making with Fresh Basil

Fresh basil is one of the most beloved herbs for good reason—it's easy to grow and makes an amazing addition...


The ‘Wee Bit Giddy’ Hydrangea Is the GORGEOUS Flower Missing from Your Garden

'Wee Bit Giddy' is a new color-changing hydrangea that will bring all kinds of beauty to your landscape.


Top 10 Fall Vegetables to Extend the Harvest

Some things are worth waiting for, like these tasty fall vegetables that can be harvested right up to the first...


Edible Flowers: What Flowers Can You Eat?

Bring color and tasty accents to your garden and table with edible flowers. Here's the answer if you wonder what...


When Is the Best Time to Water Plants?

Water sustains not only us but our gardens. Make sure to water your garden efficiently and effectively, starting at the...


9 of the Best-Smelling Flowers That Belong in Your Garden

This fragrant mix of annuals and perennials will help you find the best smelling flowers for your garden.

Late-Blooming Fall Flowers That Attract Butterflies

When other blooms are past their prime, looks to these fall flowers that attract butterflies to keep your garden alive...


Here’s How to Change the Color of Your Hydrangeas

If your hydrangea blooms are pink instead of blue—or vice versa—there's a way to get the color you want. Here's...


11 Things to Do in August to Get Your Garden Ready for Fall

Even in the coldest hardiness zones, August isn't yet the time to start putting your gardens to rest for the...


How to Build a DIY Bug Hotel

Learn how to create a DIY bug hotel where your beneficial backyard insects can put all six feet up and...


Quiz: How Many Types of Caterpillars Can You Identify?

Whether you’re a bug expert or new to the world of insects, scroll through our quiz and see how many...


10 Backyard Garden Sheds Cute Enough to Live In

Love gardening, crafting and decorating? You'll be inspired by these simply charming, cute sheds and want to design your own...