Winter in New York can turn anything green into a distant memory, yet amaryllis bulbs still manage to steal the show in apartment windows. Many …

North Carolina yards are putting on a whole new kind of Christmas show this year, and I’ve caught myself slowing down just to take it …

Euphorbia hirta shows up in the most unexpected places, yet it’s packed with stories people have trusted for generations. I always get curious when a …

Burdock shows up near your place like it’s nothing special, but it’s carrying surprises you probably haven’t spotted yet. It’s one of those plants you …

Holiday décor hits differently when it ends up on houseplants. Suddenly the whole room feels more playful and full of life. Even the smallest decorations …

Florida homeowners are trading turf for tomatoes and swapping grass for greens as edible gardens take center stage across the Sunshine State. With rising costs, …

Oregon gardeners spend so much time focusing on the parts they can see that it’s easy to forget how much action happens underground. I’ve had …

Every autumn, Connecticut neighborhoods burst into color as homeowners fill their gardens and porches with beautiful mums. These cheerful flowers have become a fall tradition …

I didn’t realize how much morning watering could change the way my flowers handled Florida’s winter until I tried it myself. One cool sunrise was …

As Thanksgiving draws near in Minnesota, the cold starts to bite a little harder, and outdoor pots feel the chill before anyone else. Many families …

Thanksgiving weekend may be all about turkey and leftovers, but for Oklahoma gardeners, it’s also prime time to get bulbs in the ground. Cool soil, …

Many Kansas homeowners spend hours keeping their lawns perfectly trimmed, but did you know that stopping your mower earlier in fall could save bird lives? …

Cold snaps test every plant in a Minnesota yard, yet few allies stand firm once frost bites. A certain floral contender steps forward with bold …

I once spotted a tiny segment from my Christmas cactus and saw a chance to spark new life from almost nothing. That small piece sat …

Louisiana backyards have a way of staying lively, even when no one is looking. Many homeowners discover that the creepy crawlers roaming around their porches …

When December arrives in Washington, homeowners look for festive ways to make their homes stand out. Poinsettias, with their bright red and green colors, are …

I once spotted a pile of pine cones under a tall evergreen and felt as if I had struck gold. Each cone offered texture, toughness, …

Phoenix gardeners know a good plant shop when they see one, and the city’s top-rated garden centers have earned their praise the hard way. These …

I once glanced at an old tree stump in my yard and saw nothing but a lump of wood collecting dust. Then a spark of …

A burst of late-season color can turn an Ohio garden into a magnet for every bee in the neighborhood. As cooler air settles in and …

When winter settles over Illinois and outdoor gardens go dormant, many gardeners turn their attention indoors to a surprising project: growing amaryllis bulbs. These tropical …

A Thanksgiving storm can shake things up in New York long before the holiday plates hit the table. One hard gust or icy burst is …

When you’re shopping for a Christmas cactus, most people get distracted by the pretty flowers already blooming. But experienced Maryland gardeners know a secret: the …

Hellebores may be winter’s quiet showstoppers, but buying the wrong ones can send Pennsylvania gardeners down a path of disappointment fast. These hardy blooms look …

A hedgehog in your Washington garden can stop you in your tracks—those tiny feet and bright eyes steal the spotlight in an instant. One moment …

Thanksgiving weekend in Michigan marks the perfect time to prepare your garden for the harsh winter months ahead. Adding a fresh layer of mulch might …

A Thanksgiving freeze can sneak up fast in Nebraska, turning a peaceful late-fall garden into a patch of trouble overnight. Cold snaps around the holiday …

Cool Utah nights and crisp mountain air give cyclamen exactly what they crave, letting these dainty winter bloomers shine far longer outdoors than inside. While …

This plant looks innocent at first glance, yet its touch packs a punch strong enough to send any yard owner on high alert. Conium maculatum …

As Georgia’s warm fall days start giving way to chilly winter nights, bird lovers need to think about their backyard bird baths. Cold weather can …

Nevada gardening can feel like a puzzle, especially when last season’s plants didn’t make it. But those wilted leaves and dried stems aren’t failures—they’re actually …

Rabbits may look like simple lawn grazers, but in Colorado yards they can bring more benefits than trouble. While they nibble here and there, these …

Detroit’s urban gardens are bursting into the spotlight, and Google Maps has just pulled back the curtain on the projects stirring up the most buzz. …

New Jersey trees often double as prime real estate for birds, and once a nest appears, many homeowners feel torn between curiosity and concern. A …

I thought I knew my garden inside and out, but purslane proved me wrong in the best way. I used to pull it out without …

I used to toss mango seeds in the trash without a second thought, but once I learned what they can actually do, I felt like …

Alaska’s winter landscape offers more than just snow and ice—it provides a blueprint for creating stunning gardens that shine in every season. By borrowing design …

Ohio yards are full of feathered visitors, but not every bird you spot can be shooed, moved, or “helped along” to a new home. Many …

New Mexico buzzes with life, and some of that life sneaks under doorframes, nests in rafters, or scampers across garden beds. One moment the desert …

I’ve talked about mullein root so many times that friends joke I should carry a sample in my pocket. This humble root packs more punch …