Garden Articles
Browse our large selection of articles, which include gardening tips, how-tos, and useful information to get the best out of your plants, in any season!
How to Care for a New Bonsai Tree
Growing bonsai trees is more than an ancient art form, it’s a satisfying hobby and a way to connect with nature in a close and unique way. Getting started with bonsai is easy with these great tips on how to grow and care for your new bonsai tree.
How to Divide Hostas
Step-by-step instructions on how to dig and divide your hosta plants.
Succession Planting for Vegetables
Is it possible to get lettuce and other vegetables all through summer? Yes, if you follow these steps for succession planting. See which vegetables can be used for succession planting to give you fresh vegetables for your summer recipes.
5 Ways to Stop Weeds Before They Start
Early spring—that wonderful time you start to imagine your summer garden full of flowers, fruits, vegetables, and…weeds. It doesn’t have to be that way. With a little preparation now, you can put a stop to the weeds before they get a chance to take root, without having to rely on chemical herbicides.
Why Is There No Fruit on My Tree?
Are your fruit trees not setting fruit? We give you common reasons that might happen.
How to Plant a Fragrant Shade Garden
Imagine a cool corner of the forest, green leaves above, soft earth below, a carpet of flowers, the air heavy with floral perfume. Actually, don't imagine it--build it yourself! In this article, we'll show you how to grow a heavenly-scented shade garden.
Vegetable Garden Basics – Start a Small Vegetable Garden
Even if you've never gardened before, you can grow your own vegetables with little investment of time or money. Let us show you how to plant a 4’ x 4’ area from scratch.
Hardening Off Plants and Seedlings
Moving plants and seedlings directly outdoors in the spring can be a shock to their systems, even to the point of causing damage or death. “Hardening off” is the safe way to introduce plants to the outdoors. Follow these simple steps to introduce your plants to spring safely.
5 Tips for Fertilizing Fruit Trees
Learn how to fertilize your home orchard and maximize your summer and fall harvest. Whether you’re growing apple, peach, apricot, cherry or another type of fruit tree, these five most important rules of thumb will hold in almost all cases.
Forcing Flowering Branches to Bloom Indoors
Why wait for April showers to bring spring flowers when you can force the budded branches from many trees and shrubs into bloom early. Here’s our list of some of the easiest to force so that you can chase those winter blues away early this year.
Ten Presidents and their Trees
Ever since Thomas Jefferson occupied the White House, presidents have planted trees to honor events big and small or simply to add to the storied gardens at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. We'll introduce you to ten of these commemorative trees and the presidents who planted them.
How to Repel Mice with Natural Herb Sachets
Winter is the peak time for mice infestations, as the creatures try to find warm spots to shelter and nest. You can stop the problem before it starts by making your own natural mouse-repelling sachets to place in your cupboards, in your vehicles, garage, or any other place you'd rather not find these pesky rodents.
How to Repot a Cactus
Repotting a cactus can seem like a daunting task. But with a few precautions to protect you, and your cactus, it’s just as easy as repotting any other container plant.
Prevent Winter Damage to Trees and Shrubs
Winter's ice, snow, low temperatures and frozen ground can do damage to even your hardiest plants. Arm yourself with information on how to protect your plants through winter’s worst weather.
Landscape Trends for 2020
This year’s best trends in plants, color schemes and landscape décor that you’ll want to try!
Make Your Own Decorative Garlands to Feed Winter Birds
By midwinter, cold and snow cover will make it difficult for your backyard birds to find the nutrition they need. With these easy bird-feed garlands, you can supplement the birds' winter diet as well as brighten your winter views.
Easy to Make Lavender Sugar Scrub
The long winter and the excesses of the holidays can leave your skin dry and in need of rejuvenation. This easy-to-make lavender sugar scrub can be made in ten minutes with inexpensive ingredients from your pantry, but don't be fooled. It will leave you as refreshed and glowing as the most exclusive spa skin care products.
Keep Your European Tree® Looking Good
European trees have become a charming holiday tradition, especially for small spaces such as apartments and offices. They bring long-lasting beauty as an indoor plant and can be placed outdoors in the spring. We’ve got a quick list of hints and essential care tips to keep your miniature holiday tree healthy and beautiful through Christmas and beyond.
Do You Know Mistletoe?
A plant parasite, a source of ancient myths and legends, or a magical charm…the history of mistletoe is a fascinating tale that spans the centuries.
Secrets to Growing Citrus in Pots
Follow this beginner’s guide to grow and harvest your own lemons, limes or mandarins.
Keep a Poinsettia Looking Good Longer
Keep your poinsettia looking beautiful for as long as possible with these tips.
Grow an Avocado Plant from a Pit
Stop throwing out those avocado pits! With nothing more than water, sunlight, and patience, you can turn the seeds into lush houseplants with this crazy-easy DIY project.
7 Houseplants That Look Great on a Shelf
While all houseplants bring the relaxed feeling of the outdoors, indoors, some are particularly well-suited for displaying on a shelf, where their naturally trailing foliage can grow free. Here are seven of our favorites.
How to Make Pine Cone Fire Starters
You’ll warm up quickly to these easy-to-make fire starters. They’re the perfect way to jump-start a cozy hearth or camp fire.
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