Gardening

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

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4 Ways to Use Coffee Grounds in the Garden

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


How to Identify a Red-Spotted Purple Butterfly

Discover where to find a red-spotted purple butterfly. See what they look like and what host plants to grow to...


Caterpillar Cafe: Grow Host Plants to Attract Caterpillars

Support the next generation of butterflies by nurturing caterpillar host plants for hungry larvae. Design a garden to feed caterpillars.


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12 Interesting Hummingbird Moth Facts

A hummingbird moth can easily be mistaken for a hummingbird because it looks and acts similar. Learn what makes these...


Enjoy the Backyard Benefits of a Moon Garden

Grow night-blooming flowers for beauty after dark. Plus learn why a moon garden is so beneficial for pollinators such as...


Gardening for Tough Northern and Southern Locations

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


4 Alternative Easy Gardening Methods You Should Try

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


Grow Tropical Plants for a Lush Outdoor Oasis

All you need is a few tropical plants to create a dreamy backyard landscape that feels like your own private...

Thyme Plants: Ornamental and Edible Herbs

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


Gardening Basics: Identifying Weeds in Your Yard

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


7 Surprising Dandelion Facts You Should Know

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


7 Easy Ways to Get Free Garden Plants

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


How to Test Your Soil pH and Texture at Home

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


Top 10 Plants for Growing in Rocky Soil

Does your shovel hit stones every time you try to dig? You need our list of the top plants for...


Top 10 Plants That Thrive in Sandy Soil

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


Top 10 Plants for Growing in Clay Soil

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


The Best Types of Roses for Every Garden

There are many types of roses to grow, from classic tea roses to sprawling climbing roses. Learn which one is...

Top 10 Vines to Grow for Hummingbirds

Attract hummers from the ground up by planting their favorite nectar-rich flowering vines. Grow these vines for hummingbirds.


6 Breathtaking Blue Hydrangea Bushes to Grow

Blue is a favorite hue for flowers in the garden. Try these blue hydrangea bushes for big blooms and eye-catching...


Should You Provide Drinking Water for Bees?

You're probably already providing a bird bath for your feathered friends, but did you know you can provide water for...


25 Beautiful Flowers to Inspire Your Dream Garden

Marvel at gardeners' stunning pictures of beautiful flowers. These breathtaking blooms will have you racing to the garden center to...


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How to Get Rid of House Centipedes and Why You Shouldn’t Kill Them

Before you squish that creepy centipede, find out why it actually might be a useful house guest.


6 Fascinating Geranium Plant Facts

Uncover geranium plant facts, including the difference between the annuals and perennials. These scented favorites are beloved by gardeners.

How to Grow a Climbing Hydrangea Vine

You may think you know every type of hydrangea, but have you ever heard of a climbing hydrangea? See if...


A Tuff Stuff Mountain Hydrangea Is Tougher Than It Looks

If your reblooming hydrangea is not blooming, you might need a tougher plant. A Tuff Stuff mountain hydrangea is hardier...


6 Stunning White Hydrangea Bushes to Grow

Brighten up your yard with the beauty of a white hydrangea bush! These cultivars feature pure white blooms that are...


8 Prettiest Pink Hydrangea Varieties for Your Yard

Make your garden blush with pink hydrangeas! Discover delightful pink hydrangea cultivars to add to containers, borders and more.


Grow an Endless Summer Hydrangea for Weeks of Blooms

Add more beautiful blooms to your garden! Learn to care for an Endless Summer hydrangea, and what sets this shrub...


When to Prune Hydrangeas for Big, Showy Blooms

When it comes to hydrangea pruning, timing is everything. Learn when to prune hydrangeas for spectacular flowers next summer.