Gardening Articles, Tips and How-tos
Garden smarter with our library of articles written by our team of expert gardeners. Daily posts include everything from beginner gardening tips to in-depth articles on botany and landscaping.
The Color of Spring Leaves
Early spring is a time of change. The landscape goes from dull browns and tans to clouds of pink, yellow and green in a matter of days. Read More
Attracting Wildlife to Your Yard
Did you know that May is Garden for Wildlife Month? Read More
When Children Find a Baby Bird
Spring is a time of renewal and wildlife babies are everywhere. Baby birds are frequently seen outside of the nest and most people, especially children, do not know what to do when they happen upon one. Read More
Perennials demystified
Does the term "perennial" mystify you? It shouldn't. It's a simple term applied to a wide range of garden plants, some familiar and some exotic. Read More
Growing for the Gold with Yellow Impatiens
Don't be yellow about growing unusual yellow impatiens. They are as easy to grow as the more common species. Read More
Spring Has Sprung, So Get Your Garden Ready
If you live in an area like me where it gets cold during the winter, you should be just about ready to pull your hair out from being cooped up indoors. Read More
How to (Naturally) Keep Spring Pests at Bay
Garden pests getting you down? Keep them at bay the natural way! Read More
DG Sunday Funnies for April 5th, 2026
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New Gardener Advice and Suggestions
Are you thinking about starting a garden this spring? New gardeners often face challenges they aren't prepared for. Read More
Texture in the Garden
What is texture? One of the definitions in Dictionary.com is relating to fine arts, and mentions the characteristic visual and tactile quality of the surface of a work of art resulting from the way in which the materials are used. Read More
The Perfect Spot For A New Hydrangea
A huge hydrangea bush is any gardener's dream, as is mine. Read More
Using Hostas to Brighten Shady Areas
Hostas are the backbone of most shade gardens and are easy enough for gardeners of a wide range of skill levels to have success. Read More
What Do You Know About NARGS?
What exactly does the North American Rock Garden Society deal with? More than you might think. Read More
Egg Substitutes You Can Grow in the Garden
When is bean not a bean? When it's an egg substitute. Sounds a bit far-fetched, doesn't it? But if you are searching for something to use in place of eggs, it isn't as weird as you may think. Read More
Peeling Seeds to Make Sowing Citrus Species More Appealing
Do you hesitate to start citrus seeds because dry ones take so long to sprout? Just peel the seeds like you would peel the fruit for faster germination! Read More
Doublefile Viburnums, a Shrub For Multi-season Interest
No less an authority than Michael Dirr (author of Manual of Woody Plants, amongst many others), refers to the doublefile viburnum as "a classy shrub". Read More
Make Apple Cider Vinegar Shrubs for a Healthy Drink
Apple cider vinegar is touted as a cure-all for all sorts conditions. Here's the scoop and it seems there's some truth to the claims. Read More
DG Sunday Funnies for March 29th, 2026
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The Humble Potato and How It Changed the World
When it comes to the short list of plants that have literally changed the world, the potato is probably one of the champions. Read More
Great Fruit Trees for Container Gardening
These fruit trees grow just as well in containers as they do in the ground. Read More
