Late summer gardening in California presents unique challenges with scorching temperatures and water restrictions. Smart plant choices can transform your dry landscape into a vibrant …
I’ve been around chickens my whole life, and if there’s one thing they go crazy for, it’s leafy snacks. While some folks see it as …
Think the planting season ends with June? Not so fast—July is prime time for starting a second round of crops. Many veggies love the warm …
Some plants do more than sit pretty—they clean the air, trap dust, and ask almost nothing in return. These 17 low-maintenance houseplants are natural air …
Container gardening sounds like a breeze—pot it, plant it, and let the good times grow. But if you’ve ever watched a lush-looking plant slowly bite …
Gardening doesn’t have to steal your weekends or tie you to a watering can. In fact, some of the showiest plants are downright independent—happiest when …
You’ve been giving them sun—and they’ve been suffering in silence. While some plants bask in bright light, others prefer the cool embrace of shade. In …
Great gardens don’t happen by accident—they’re planned a season ahead. July might be peak bloom time, but it’s also the perfect moment to think about …
If you’ve ever wrestled with clay soil, you know it’s like digging through concrete—dense, sticky when wet, and hard as a rock when dry. But …
Want to turn your patio, porch, or balcony into a blooming paradise? Container-grown annuals can do just that—but they need a little extra care to …
Growing fig trees in containers has been one of my favorite ways to enjoy fresh fruit without needing a big backyard. They’re surprisingly easy to …
Don’t have a backyard? No worries! Even a sunny balcony with some simple containers can turn into your own little garden oasis this summer. There’s …
Think it’s too late to start your garden? I’ve been there—mid-summer hits and you worry you’ve missed the boat. But the truth is, there’s still …
Why settle for a garden that smells the same all year? With a little planning, you can create an ever-changing symphony of scents—one for each …
Want a garden bursting with color next July? I used to think summer blooms started in spring, but the real magic begins way earlier. Fall …
Hydrangeas are like the chameleons of the flower world—gorgeous, adaptable, and always ready to impress. I’ve tried them in sun, shade, clay, and sand, and …
Gardening in July can feel like a mixed bag—some plants thrive in the heat, while others seem to wilt before your eyes. I’ve definitely had …
Spring always feels like a fresh start in the garden—but let’s be honest, waiting for things to fill in can feel like watching paint dry. …
Carrots are easy to grow, but waiting for them to mature can test any gardener’s patience. The timeline isn’t always as fast—or as predictable—as you’d …
Garden lovers know the joy of watching perennials return year after year, but some plants have a sneaky habit of vanishing just when you’ve grown …