Nettie Collier

Georgia gardeners know that winter doesn’t mean the growing season has to come to a complete halt. With the right preparation and ongoing care, your …

In North Carolina, gardens are about more than flowers, they are about layers of color, texture, and movement that catch the eye and keep spaces …

In Georgia, gardens are about more than just color, they are about making a statement. Dark, dramatic plants have a way of stealing the show, …

Working from home in Texas often means juggling meetings, messages, and a long to do list without leaving the house. When the walls start closing …

Purple has a way of stealing the show in Texas gardens. From soft lavender shades to deep royal tones, purple perennials bring a richness that …

When the holiday décor comes down in Illinois homes, rooms can suddenly feel quiet and a little bare. Twinkling lights are packed away, cozy accents …

Winter in Illinois has a way of making homes feel a little bare. Once holiday decorations come down and gray days settle in, empty corners …

Texas gardeners have always swapped tips like old friends swapping stories over a fence. Some advice sticks around for years, even when it no longer …

In Illinois, a backyard can feel like your own little slice of freedom, but even wide open spaces come with a rule book. Many residents …

Fruit trees have a way of turning Michigan backyards into living legacies, and some of them are built to last longer than most people expect. …

Utah desert gardens are getting a bold new look, and the smoke tree is leading the charge. With its soft, cloudlike blooms and dramatic color …

A North Carolina butterfly garden is more than a pretty picture. It is a place where color drifts through the air and sweet scents hang …

Some Pennsylvania gardens feel like they have a memory of their own. Long after hands have changed and seasons have rolled by, certain plants keep …

Florida gardens often shine with bold colors, tropical flair, and lush growth that seems to spring up overnight. Still, even the prettiest yard can bring …

An opossum wandering into a Wisconsin yard can stir up more curiosity than chaos. One moment the yard is calm, the next a gray, slow-moving …

Every Pennsylvania garden tells a story, and behind each one stands a gardener with a unique style. Some thrive on neat rows and tidy edges, …

A wilted Christmas cactus can tug at the heartstrings, especially in a Tennessee home that usually feels warm and full of life. One day the …

Washington winters may feel still, but fruit trees stay busy beneath that calm surface. A winter prune works like a reset button. I’ve stepped out …

Connecticut builders are turning the page on traditional rooftops as green roofs step into the spotlight for new homes across the state. These living layers …

Pennsylvania yards have the power to become natural gathering places for birds, and native plants are the key that unlocks it. Birds recognize these plants …

A fallen tree can turn a quiet Michigan afternoon upside down in a heartbeat. One strong storm rolls through, and suddenly a neighbor’s tree is …

Pennsylvania forests are full of surprises, and ghost pipe is one that stops people in their tracks. With its pale, almost glowing appearance, this unusual …

Ohio backyards can turn into busy bird hubs when the right plants are in place. Local birds know a good thing when they see it, …

What starts as a harmless plant choice can quickly turn into a headache for Florida homeowners. Many invasive plants arrive with good intentions, promising fast …

Pollinators are the unsung heroes of Oregon landscapes, quietly keeping gardens, farms, and wild spaces humming along. Bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects show up …

Missouri winter nights are known for their stillness, but lately that quiet has been broken by deep, echoing hoots drifting through neighborhoods. Barred owls are …

Kentucky winters bring quiet nights, but more homeowners are noticing something unusual after dark. Screech owls are turning up in backyards, perched on fence posts …

Seeing wild turkeys strolling through a Massachusetts neighborhood can feel like something out of left field. One minute the street is quiet, and the next …

Hope has a funny way of showing up when you least expect it, sometimes right outside your window. In New York yards, everyday animals often …

Winter may still have a firm grip on Pennsylvania, but the writing is already on the wall for your garden. Spring has a way of …

Crabapple trees have a way of pulling their weight in Illinois gardens. They show up strong in spring with clouds of blossoms, hold their own …

Trees add shade and curb appeal to Florida homes, but some can quietly turn into a legal headache. What looks like a healthy tree today …

Minnesota backyards are buzzing with flashes of red this winter, and cardinals seem to be everywhere at once. Feeders that once saw a steady trickle …

December in California brings cooler nights, shorter days, and houseplants that slow their pace. While outdoor gardens may rest, indoor plants still rely on good …

An amaryllis in full bloom should stand tall and steal the show, so when its thick stem starts to droop, it can feel like watching …

Bird feeders do more than draw wings and song to Ohio yards. They set the stage for a lively outdoor show that changes by the …

Georgia yards know a thing or two about sunshine, but every landscape has a few shady corners that feel dull and forgotten. Those low-light spots …

Tennessee mulch beds have been full of surprises lately, and salamanders seem to be stealing the spotlight. These small, slippery visitors often appear out of …

Georgia yards often feel calm on the surface, yet they quietly buzz with life and meaning. A bird perched on a fence, a deer passing …

Poinsettias arrive in New Mexico homes each holiday season, bringing bold color and instant cheer to living rooms, entryways, and tabletops. These festive plants look …

North Carolina gardens sit right in the middle of busy bird routes, making them perfect places to welcome feathered visitors. Birds follow the food, and …

Peonies bring old fashioned charm to Pennsylvania gardens, filling spring air with rich blooms and a sweetness that feels straight out of a storybook. Still, …

Ohio winters can feel long enough to test anyone’s patience. Gray skies settle in, daylight slips away early, and gardens fall quiet as cold air …

Texas gardens hold a reputation for toughness, and many plants rise to the challenge with grit to spare. Still, a select few take toughness to …

Ohio yards often look like picture-perfect snapshots with blooming flowers, neat lawns, and shade from tall trees. Still, not every tree belongs in that backyard …

Winter in Florida may not bring snowdrifts or icy sidewalks, but lawns still face their own set of seasonal curveballs. Cooler nights, shifting moisture, and …

Fire ants have a way of turning quiet Texas gardens into high-alert zones overnight. One week the soil looks smooth and calm, the next it’s …

When autumn sweeps across Ohio, maple leaves start dropping faster than a sneeze in cold season, and not all of them stay on the tree …

Pastel gardens are sweeping through Virginia like a soft breeze, turning yards into calming retreats with colors that feel easy on the eyes and soothing …

Backyard compost is meant to be a quiet helper, not a dinner bell for the whole neighborhood. In parts of Georgia, though, gardeners know all …