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7 Seeds That Need Light to Germinate and 8 Types That Require Absolute Darkness – or They’ll Never SproutProviding the proper lighting conditions is essential for good germination. Find out which seeds need light and which ones need dark to sprout.
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Gardeners Beware! These 6 Plants Could Get You in Legal Trouble – What You Need to Know Before You GrowDon't even think about growing these illegal plants. Steer clear of the law by avoiding these invasive, patented, or psychoactive varieties.
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10 Creative Ideas To Turn Cheap Grocery-Store Bedding Plants Into Unique Garden CenterpiecesAnnual plants are incredibly economical to buy, but use them imaginatively and they’ll look a million dollars!
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Don’t Recycle That Cardboard – Try These 6 Clever Ways to Use Card in the Yard to Help Plants Flourish and Save You MoneyIt’s one of the most frequently handled household items and one we think of as fairly unremarkable, but you’d be amazed what you can do with recycled cardboard in the yard. Here’s how it can help your plants and gardening on a shoestring
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The Wrong Outdoor Lighting Can Upset Wildlife – but These Types Reduce Light Pollution & Create a Cozy, Inviting Nighttime LandscapeDon't disrupt your local wildlife, beneficial insects, plants, or neighbors with improper outdoor lighting. Use these low light pollution alternatives instead.
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You Don't Need a Hummingbird Feeder – These 6 Easy Ideas Will Have Them Flocking to Your Garden!Provide hummingbirds with habitat, water, nesting material and maybe a cute swing! You'll have tons of hummers in no time.
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'Right Plant, Right Place' – Even If You Don't Take Any Other Gardening Advice, You Should Follow This One Simple RuleThis is the number one gardening guideline you need to follow. Find out how it can make the difference between flourishing plants and ones that fail to thrive.
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The Quiet Reason Kate Middleton Sent Flowers to Hospital Patients – and Why It Actually MattersKate Middleton sent narcissi to Royal Marsden patients – a gesture research shows is more than symbolic. Here's what science says about flowers and recovery.
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This $15 Moisture Meter Will Save Your Plants and Your Water Bill This SummerDon't get caught wasting money. Know before you grow with this simple meter and a few water-saving tricks.
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What Butterflies Need in May – 7 Ways You Can Ensure a Summer of Beautiful PollinatorsMay is a critical month for emerging pollinators. Learn how to provide early nectar, vital host plants, and sunny basking spots to help butterflies thrive.
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Behind the Palace Gates: Where Royal Flower Bouquets Really GoFrom hotel room vases to church donations, here's what really happens to the hundreds of bouquets the royal family receives from the public each year.
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Bird Wars! Why Backyard Birds Don’t Always Get Along (Plus, 5 Easy Ways You Can Help to Keep the Peace)Spring is a time when yards are filled with bird chatter, but it’s not all good natured banter. This can also be a time for spats, so it helps to know how to referee the avian conflicts. Here’s what to do when the feathers fly…
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How to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Garden – and Create a Beautiful, Sustainable Landscape at the Same TimeTurning your yard into a hummingbird haven not only supports these important pollinators, but it also boosts curb appeal. Find out how.
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9 Common Backyard Birds of the Pacific NorthwestIf you live in Oregon, Washington, or Idaho, you may already know some of these beautiful backyard birds. Do you recognize them all?
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Plant Theater: The Gardening Trend Turning Houseplants Into Center StageLearn how to build a beautiful plant theater with tiered displays, styling tips, and expert advice to turn your houseplants into a dramatic focal point.
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Why Fertilizer Is Suddenly So Expensive – and How Gardeners Are Feeding Plants for LessRising fertilizer costs are pushing gardeners to rethink how they feed plants, and these low-waste alternatives are far better value in the long run.
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7 Plants to Propagate From Cuttings in May to Expand Your Garden Fast & for FreeMay is one of the best times to propagate cuttings and these plants are especially easy to start now. Follow my top tips for quick propagation.
