18 Survival-Ready Plants For Your Doomsday Garden (And How To Care For Them)
If you’re the kind of person who likes to be prepared, a doomsday garden just makes sense. I’ve rounded up 18 plants that are tough, …
Alma Weatherford
16 Essential Tips For Growing Pumpkins And Squash Side By Side (Plus How To Maximize Your Harvest)
Pumpkins and squash are total garden stars—but growing them together takes a little planning. I’ve had them sprawl all over the place, tangle like wild …
17 Ground Covers That Pair Perfectly With Hydrangeas (And Give The Garden A Fuller, Softer Look)
Hydrangeas are stunning on their own, but adding the right ground covers can take your garden’s charm up a notch. I love how these low-growing …
20 Effortless Self-Pollinating Flowers For Gardens That Always Look Cheerful
If you want a garden that’s always bursting with color without extra work, self-pollinating flowers are your best friends. They take care of the busy …
15 Ways Your Herbs Tell You It’s Time To Deadhead (And Why It Makes A Huge Difference)
Herbs are pretty amazing at letting you know when they need a little extra love, especially when it’s time to deadhead. I’ve learned to read …
5 Signs You’re Using The Wrong Fertilizer For Your Vegetables (And What To Switch To Instead)
Using the right fertilizer can make all the difference when growing vegetables, but sometimes it’s tricky to tell if you’re off track. I’ve noticed a …
10 Plants That Struggle Around Catnip Every Time (And The Better Garden Matches To Try)
Catnip might be a favorite for your feline friends, but it’s not always the best neighbor for other plants. I noticed some of my garden …
15 Tips For Growing A Rose Garden That Thrives In Any Climate (And Keeps Blooming Longer)
Growing a rose garden that looks amazing no matter where you live sounds like a dream I used to think was out of reach. Over …
How to Attract Bluebirds to Your Yard: 15 Methods
There’s something magical about seeing a flash of blue flit through the yard—bluebirds just have that cheerful charm. I’ve been trying different ways to bring …
17 Shrubs That Grow Beautifully Without Pruning (And Tips To Keep Them Healthy)
I used to think every shrub needed constant trimming to look good—until I found a few that thrive all on their own. These low-fuss beauties …