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8 Vegetables to Plant in September for a Harvest That Lasts From Fall Through Spring
Fall is the typical time for harvesting many crops, but there are plenty of vegetables to plant during September for a tasty bounty in winter and spring.
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Do Deer Eat Mums? How to Protect These Fall Garden Favorites From Bambi and Friends
Are your favorite fall flowers at risk? I answer the question, "Do deer eat mums?" and provide some simple tips to keep hungry grazers at bay this autumn.
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Grow These 6 Fragrant Native Plants for Low Maintenance, Pollinator Friendly Flowers and Shrubs to Fill Your Garden with Scent
Support your local ecosystem and simplify your growing with these 6 fragrant native plants – ideal for a thriving pollinator friendly garden that is filled with aromatic bliss
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End-of-Summer Container Care: How to Winterize and Replant Pots for Year-Round Beauty
Give faded summer pots a second act with smart tips on cleaning or storing, or overwintering and planting to keep them looking good through the colder months.
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Start Planning Your Spring Bulb Order Now – 9 Pre-Season Secrets To Help You Get Ahead On Next Year’s Blooms
As summer draws to a close, why not take advantage of the quieter gardening days to plan next year’s spring dazzlers? Follow these tips to make the ultimate spring bulb garden plan
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7 Hardy Perennials to Plant in September for Spring Borders Bursting With Color
Stunning spring gardens are made in fall. Plant these hardy perennials now and enjoy a burst of color that lasts from late winter through to the end of spring.
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“Yes, I Turned My Rocky Soil Into A Lush Plant Paradise! Here's How You Can Do The Same” – Expert Reveals 4 Ground-Breaking Tricks
If you have issues growing in rocky soil, all is not lost – there are things you can do to cultivate your own gorgeous green nirvana, as our gardening expert reveals
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Does Your Yard Get Morning Sun and Afternoon Shade? Make Some Room for These 8 Partial Shade Plants and Shrubs
If your garden is one of those tricky ‘half and half’ light situations, these shrubs and flowers are ideal. Grow these adaptable plants for morning sun and afternoon shade
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Try This Clever and Cost-Effective Squirrel Deterrent That Sounds Crazy, But Actually Works
Squirrels will run when they see a toy 'predator' animal in your garden. This clever squirrel deterrent will send those fuzzy punks packing.
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7 Plants You'll Regret Not Pruning in September – Don't Neglect These Post-Summer Trimming Tasks
Whether it feels like the end of summer or the start of fall, September is the perfect time to trim plants to encourage continued, healthy growth.
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Are You Using Eggshells in the Wrong Way? 3 Big Mistakes That Can Harm Your Plants, Plus 1 Way You Can Always Use Shells Safely
We all love a good hack, and you’ve probably heard eggshells are good for plants, but are you using them properly? Here are 3 mistakes to avoid when using eggshells for plants
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Love the Look of Roses, But Not the Hassle of Growing Them? Plant One of These 5 Flowers That Look Like Roses Instead
Great looks and simple care! Plant these unique and gorgeous flowers that look like roses, but are so much easier to maintain.
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Avoid These 5 Invasive Ground Covers at All Costs! Plant a Stunning Native Variety Instead
If you grow one of these invasive ground covers, it's time to replace them with a native variety. Find out which plants you need to swap now.
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Plant These 7 Flower Seeds in September for a Sensational, Colorful Garden Next Year
Many kinds of blooms will benefit from being planted late in the season, to make sure your garden is full of color next spring and summer.
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Does Cat Hair Deter Rabbits? Your Kitty May Be the Key to a Better Garden
Rabbits can quickly ruin your flower or vegetable garden. Could cat hair be the trick to deterring the fluffy-tailed menaces?
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"Can I Divide Perennials in Summer?" Splitting Plants in Late Summer Can Boost Blooms Next Year, but Only if You Time it Right
Wondering if you can divide perennials in summer? Splitting plants can boost health and help you score more blooms next year—as long as the timing is right.
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Hummingbirds Adore These 7 Native Plants and so Will You – Grow These Low-Maintenance Flowers to Keep Hummers Happy
For hummingbird-friendly plants and flowers that are easy to establish and maintain, you need to go native. Here are the best native plants for hummingbirds
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We Asked, You Answered: Gardeners Reveal 11 Problem Plants They Regret Ever Growing
From invasive spreaders to pest magnets to high-maintenance troublemakers, avoid these problem plants that cause instant gardener's remorse.
