Gardening

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

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Expert Tips on How to Grow an Indoor Avocado Tree

Yes, you can grow an indoor avocado tree! Learn how to start from an avocado pit and root a plant...


The Ruth Stout Method and More Tips to Garden Greener

Just because someone has a green thumb doesn't mean they garden green. Learn the Ruth Stout Method and more ways...


Top 5 Tips for Growing Tomatoes Indoors (From a Tomato Expert)

Fresh tomatoes all-year long? It's possible! We asked a tomato expert for tips on successfully growing tomatoes indoors, no matter...


Pretty in Pink: 10 Shrubs With Pink Flowers

Think pink when planning your garden! From pale pink to magenta, you're sure to find a shrub with pink flowers...


What to Feed Squirrels (and How to Peacefully Co-Exist)

Learn what to feed squirrels, along with seven helpful tips to help you live in harmony with these furry backyard...


The Prettiest Yellow Flowering Shrubs for Your Yard

Love sunny yellow flowers? These yellow flowering shrubs will add vibrant color to your garden or landscape. And many of...


When to Prune Trees and Shrubs

Wondering when you should get out your pruning tools? A gardening expert reveals when to prune trees and shrubs to...


Top 10 Flowering Bushes for Your Yard

Perennials and annuals aren’t the only plants that provide color in the garden. These flowering bushes produce magnificent floral displays.

17 Blooming Bushes That Attract Butterflies

Attract more beautiful pollinators with these flowering bushes that attract butterflies. You'll also get easy-care vibrant color to fill your...


Top 10 Dwarf Shrubs for Containers

These petite shrubs are perfect for pots and patio gardens. Think small with the top picks for dwarf container shrubs.


Why You Should Plant Eastern Red Cedar Trees in Your Yard

Looking for a new tree to add to your yard? Grow a majestic Eastern red cedar tree to provide food...


Top 10 Beautiful Lily Flowers to Love

From Asiatic lilies to Oriental lilies, plant some of these beautiful lily flowers to add color and fragrance to your...


10 Gorgeous Green Flowers for Your Garden

Green isn't just for leaves. Plant these annual and perennial green flowers, and the stunning lime and emerald-hued blooms will...


The Zinnia Profusion Series Will Fill Your Garden With Color

Plant zinnia profusion series for a summer-long parade of color. These flowers are easy to start from seed, disease resistant...


Treat Yourself with Chocolate Cosmos Flowers

Add a sweet treat to your garden with chocolate cosmos flowers. Pollinators love these gorgeous blooms. Get expert growing tips.


Top 16 Easy Flowers Anyone Can Grow

Tired of flowers that won't bloom or can't stand a dry spell? Try one or all of these easy flowers...


10 Seed Catalogs Every Gardener Needs

Growing flowers and vegetables from seed gives you more choices and saves money. Here are 10 great seed catalogs to...

How to Grow Gerbera Daisies in Pots

Daisies are one of the most popular cut flowers in the world. Learn how to grow Gerbera daisies in pots...


Add Annual Vinca Flower to Gardens and Containers

Need a free-flowering plant that tolerates heat and humidity? Annual vinca is a great option for your garden.


Create a Windowsill Herb Garden

Follow these easy directions to get the most out of a windowsill herb garden, including how to choose herbs, and...


22 Early Blooming Spring Flowers for Your Garden

These pretty, early spring flowers are the first to pop up in the garden. That’s what makes hellebores, winter heath...


How to Prevent Brown Spots on Plant Leaves

Are you seeing brown spots on plant leaves? Learn what causes leaf spots and how to care for your indoor...


How to Get Rid of Indoor Plant Bugs

Learn effective tips on how to treat, eliminate and prevent indoor plant bugs, including aphids, mites, fungus gnats and more.

7 Fascinating Facts About Conifer Trees

Discover fun facts about these interesting trees and which birds love them. Learn the difference between conifers and pines and...


Why Are My Plant Leaves Yellow?

Are you seeing yellow leaves on plants? Learn the proper way to water and fertilize your indoor plants to prevent...


The Best Types of Conifer Trees and How to Grow Them

Garden experts share their favorite types of conifer trees as well as the best tips for growing conifers in your...


Top 10 Dwarf Conifers for Small Spaces

Small space gardening is made easy with our list of the top 10 dwarf conifers for landscaping. We found the...


Silver-Spotted Skipper Butterflies: 5 Things to Know

Learn more about silver-spotted skippers, including how to identify these butterflies and how to attract them to your backyard.


The Best Websites to Order Plants Online

If you want to order plants online, check out our favorite online plant retailers. These sources carry everything from annuals...