Nettie Collier

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 …

Planting a tree is often seen as a long-term gift to a home, but in Georgia, some trees come with hidden strings attached. A tree …

Seeing a feral hog in your Florida yard can make your heart skip a beat. One moment the grass looks peaceful, the next it’s torn …

Oregon evenings have a quiet magic, and night-blooming fragrance gardens bring that feeling to life in a special way. As daylight fades and the air …

Texas mornings have a calm all their own, and many gardeners use that quiet time to set the tone for the day ahead. Before the …

Florida winters may be mild on paper, but indoor conditions can still throw potted citrus trees for a loop. Once these sun-loving growers move inside, …

Georgia front yards are getting a fresh dose of charm thanks to scent plants that steal the show the moment a breeze rolls through. These …

Ohio winters can test even the hardiest indoor orchids, turning warm rooms into dry zones and shortening the daylight that orchids crave. These elegant plants …

Florida homes and patios can feel like tropical escapes with the right container plants in the mix. Warm breezes, bright sun, and humid afternoons give …

A Tennessee garden can turn into pure magic when the right scents drift through the air. Some plants whisper sweetness with every breeze, pulling visitors …

A calm Iowa yard can fool anyone into thinking all is quiet, yet a hungry rabbit can turn it into a secret supper spot before …

A California winter may feel mild compared to other states, yet cyclamen still face their own set of hurdles as the season shifts. One cool …

A fox slipping into a Georgia yard can turn an ordinary day into a moment that catches everyone off guard. This bright-eyed visitor often moves …

Groundhogs might look cute and harmless, but when one shows up in your Pennsylvania yard, you need to know how to handle the situation properly. …

I never realized how much I valued privacy in my yard until one afternoon when I felt like the entire neighborhood could see straight through …

Utah’s dry winters often test the patience of even the most seasoned gardeners, yet a quiet shift is taking root across neighborhoods. More homeowners are …

December settles over California with a mix of cool mornings and bright afternoons, a gentle reminder that winter is just around the corner. This stretch …

Florida winters may be mild, but they bring a surprising twist for many houseplant lovers. As the summer heat loosens its grip, some plants catch …

I learned the hard way that winter composting has a mind of its own. I once tossed in anything I could find, thinking the cold …

Colorado front yards are turning heads this season as a vibrant native flower mix sweeps across neighborhoods, breathing new life into familiar spaces. Homeowners are …

California rolls out the red carpet for winter roses, and each garden feels like a storybook setting waiting to be explored. Cooler months give these …

In Ohio, a seemingly harmless shrub can turn a backyard into a hazard zone almost overnight. Poison ivy often creeps along fences and property lines, …

I’ve always loved the idea that flowers can speak louder than words, and receiving the right bloom for each milestone makes every anniversary feel extra …

December in Utah brings bone-dry indoor air that can turn thriving houseplants into droopy, lifeless foliage overnight. Heating systems suck moisture from the air, leaving …

Colorado winters can turn cozy homes into deserts for succulents, leaving leaves shriveled and growth stalled. Dry indoor air, low light, and cold drafts create …

Many gardeners make the mistake of cutting back perennials too late in December, but Virginia winters are deceptive. Beneath the frosty ground, plants are quietly …

I had my fishbone cactus for ages before it finally showed me what it could really do. I kept waiting for blooms that never came, …

On the shortest day of the year, Vermont may be deep in winter’s grip, but cyclamen and Christmas cactus hit their stride. These tough beauties …

Christmas cactus has become a bright spot in many Georgia homes during the holiday season, and keeping those blooms shining takes a bit of know-how. …