Pauline Butterfield

When planting trees in Georgia’s red clay soil, choosing the right species can mean the difference between decades of shade and beauty or years of …

Texas yards brim with gorgeous trees that offer a cool escape from the blazing summer sun. They’re the heroes of backyard shade—but a few of …

Growing hydrangeas in South Carolina is no walk in the park. Between intense heat, sudden rainstorms, and challenging soil, leaf issues pop up fast—and they’re …

Mississippi gardeners know that creating a beautiful yard doesn’t have to drain your wallet. With our unique growing season and rich soil, folks across the …

Alabama gardeners are falling in love with raised bed gardens faster than kudzu covers a fence post. These elevated growing spaces solve many common gardening …

Utah gardeners have discovered some fascinating uses for Epsom salt that go way beyond the bathroom. This simple mineral compound, made of magnesium and sulfate, …

California’s perfect blend of sunshine, diverse microclimates, and innovative agricultural research has made it the birthplace of countless fruit varieties we enjoy today. From university …

Daffodils are the cheerful messengers of spring, bursting through the soil just when you need a splash of color. Their sunny yellow blooms feel like …

Petunias are the showstoppers of any garden, bursting with color and charm all season long. But to keep them blooming beautifully, they need a little …

We’ve all glanced out at a garden once full of promise, now tangled and wild—and felt that mix of guilt and nostalgia. Life happens. Between …