Wasps can be helpful garden visitors. Many species prey on caterpillars, flies, aphids, and other insects that damage plants. But when wasps start hovering around the patio, building nests near doorways, swarming the grill, or showing up every time you pour a glass of lemonade, it is time to make your home and garden a

Wildflowers have a special way of turning any patch of ground into a living tapestry of color while asking very little in return. Whether you dream of a sweeping meadow that dances in the breeze or a simple border along the vegetable garden, these hardy natives bring beauty, support bees and butterflies, improve soil health,

No weather app needed—just your eyes, ears, and a quick step outside. One warm day doesn’t mean winter’s done… but when nature starts flipping switches, that’s when an early spring is truly on the way. Here are 7 reliable signs from nature (and a fun way to keep score) that people have watched for generations.

If you’ve ever looked at the ends of green onions or a lettuce base and thought, “Surely there’s still life in this…” — you’re right. Even without a backyard, you can grow fresh greens and herbs from everyday kitchen scraps using nothing more than a sunny window, a glass jar, and a little water. It’s

Do you know your city’s average first frost date? Dates listed below are estimated light frost dates (when temperatures are between 29°–32°F). Light frosts may kill tender plants, but cause little destruction to hardier vegetation. The probability of a frost occurring after the spring date or before the fall frost date listed below is 30%,

Check out these helpful tips on how to buy, care for, and keep mums growing beautifully year-round.

Does your plant look like it’s covered with confectioners’ sugar? Chances are these white powdery spots are powdery mildew. Not to fear, this condition is rarely fatal to plants. All you need is our helpful powdery mildew treatment suggestions and prevention tips. What is Powdery Mildew? Powdery mildew is a common term for a range

Is your hydrangea not blooming? This is a common issue, and the good news is that it’s usually fixable. One of our dear readers expressed frustration with her 4-5 year old hydrangea not blooming (from a comment left on our Planting Calendar), so we’re sharing some valuable insights and recommendations. Here are five things that

In the heat of summer, brilliant blooms of larkspur color the landscape across the northern hemisphere. As the traditional July month birth flower, larkspur is synonymous with summer, but it also has surprisingly rich folklore and symbolism that make it meaningful and far more than just a pretty flower. Along with the alternative July birth

Harvest both tomatoes and potatoes from the same plant: Meet the pomato plant! (Yes, you read that right.) Pomato plants are growing in popularity as a unique way to conserve space in small gardens. Plus, they make a fun conservation starter! Here are 5 reasons to plant a pomato. What is a Pomato? A pomato