16 Fresh Herbs To Grow Instead Of Basil This Summer
Tired of growing the same old basil every summer? It might be time to mix things up and try some new herbs that bring just …
Maya Benson
12 Vegetables That Look Gorgeous In Your Front Yard (And 4 That Don’t Belong There)
Growing vegetables doesn’t have to mean giving up on curb appeal. With a little planning, you can create a front yard that’s both beautiful and …
14 Summer Flowers That Pair Well With Vegetables (And 5 That Compete Too Much)
Creating a thriving vegetable garden isn’t just about planting tomatoes and hoping for the best. Over the years, I’ve learned that mixing in the right …
13 June Tomato Tips That Work Wonders (And 2 That Are Totally Useless)
Growing juicy, flavorful tomatoes in June has become one of my favorite garden challenges. Every year, I tweak my routine a little based on what …
17 Effective Tricks To Stop Creeping Buttercup From Invading Your Garden
Creeping buttercup tricked me with its cute yellow blooms—I thought it added a wild, cottage feel to my garden. But before I knew it, it …
19 Ways To Stop Aggressive Vines Before They Take Over Your Flower Beds
Aggressive vines fooled me once—and never again. I planted a few thinking they’d add charm to my fence line, but within a season they were …
16 Clever Ways To Regrow Beets From Scraps For A Second Harvest
Beets are one of those veggies that quietly do it all—and if you’ve ever tossed the tops or scraps, you’re missing out. I used to …
10 Lavender Varieties That Actually Grow Well Next To Zinnias (And 5 That Won’t!)
Pairing lavender with zinnias seemed like an odd idea at first—one is soft and calming, the other loud and cheerful. But when I gave it …
19 Summer Bulbs To Add To Your Garden (And The Best Plants To Pair Them With)
I always look forward to summer bulbs popping up just as the spring show starts to fade. There’s something so satisfying about seeing bold colors …
14 Surprising Reasons To Save Your Basil Blooms (And 3 Times You Shouldn’t)
When those tiny flower buds pop up on your basil plants, your first instinct might be to pinch them off—especially if you’ve read that blooming …