Chrysanthemums are one of the most popular flowers of fall, bringing beautiful color and charm to porches, patios, and balconies. While these plants are easy to grow, the timing of when you plant them ...
School’s back in session for plant parents too. Throughout the Lancaster County region in September are classes to make something green and learn about your garden and houseplants. There also are lots ...
I am always looking for ways to be more efficient with my gardening at home. I don’t mulch established planting beds in my garden and I prefer a more natural look. This natural aesthetic does not ...
Add a burst of fresh color to the fall landscape with mums. This traditional fall flower is still a favorite of many. These fall beauties come in a wide range of colors and provide weeks of floral ...
Woman holding a starter pot with lavender flowers - Irina Shatilova/Shutterstock Plant lavender (Lavandula spp.) where it will grow best and you will be rewarded with a beloved perennial that blooms ...
Even the most beautifully planned garden can benefit from a few well-placed container plants. Pots and planters add flexibility, personality, and instant impact—no digging required. Containers make it ...
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Agave plant care and growing tips

Agave's spiky leaves make it a popular drought-tolerant plant. Here's how to care for an agave plant in your container garden.
Louisiana gardeners can successfully grow a wide variety of culinary herbs, and now is a great time to plant many of the hardy herbs we love to cook with. Hardy herbs establish reliably when planted ...
Arguably, one of the biggest mistakes you want to avoid as a beginner gardener is spending too much money on tools and supplies. Pots, soil, fertilizer, seeds, trowels ... it all adds up quickly to a ...
You know how fall – even winter – can be in Colorado: 70s and sunny, then temperatures plummet. Swings that can drive gardeners nuts. Colorado Matters visited Phelan Gardens in Colorado Springs, where ...