Maria Genovese

For this year's Giving Tuesday, we're thrilled to spotlight our collaboration with FrontLine Gardens, a 501(c)(3) non-profit that provides gardening resources to veterans and law enforcement injured in the line...

Cost-effective gardening means spending less and using resources wisely. Here are 10 tips for budget friendly growth.

This article explores the mental health benefits of gardening, the science behind them, and how to start gardening to boost mental & overall wellness.

Learn about integrated garden pest and disease management and access resources for preventing, detecting, and mitigating pest and disease problems.

Thriving gardens start with healthy soil. Learn about our soils, compost, mulches, and fertilizers.

Learn how to choose the best cultivars for your garden, grow tomatoes from seed, navigate common tomato pests and diseases, and maximize your harvest.

Learn how to keep hanging baskets thriving all season long in this article with short video.

Part 2: Life cycles, growth habits, and management strategies of wild and weedy plants

These small, soft-bodied, pear-shaped insects cluster densely on tender new growth and the undersides of leaves to suck plant juices. Keep your plants healthy and bug-free with these tips to...

Few indoor bulbs are easier to grow than amaryllis -- and few bloom with greater exuberance and beauty.

These hard-to-kill houseplants are a must-have for your indoor garden!

Your garden is an ecosystem — here are seven ways to strike a balance between pest control and a healthy garden.

Although cucumbers have sprawling vines, you can grow them in containers. The key is to choose a compact variety and train those vines up a trellis.

Think beyond the bees! Butterflies, birds, moths, and bats are also important pollinators.

Planting fall crops is a great way to get the most out of your garden space; with just a little planning, you can extend the harvest into the fall and...

Learn to love your weeds and what they do for your garden (and the earth)!

Learn how landowners and gardeners can make changes that help manage stormwater more naturally.

Learn what you need to build healthy soil for a flourishing garden.

Check out this quick and simple test to determine if you have sandy soil, or clay, or loam.

Turn your kitchen scraps and yard waste into gardener's gold! We walk you through composting basics.

Unsure about watering your garden, landscapes, seedlings, and houseplants? We answer your most frequently asked watering questions.

With the right tools and techniques, you can keep your plants happy no matter the climate.

Add MONTHS to your growing season with row covers, cold frames, pop-up plant covers, and greenhouses.

Learn how to choose the perfect watering system 🌱🚰 for your plants. Soak, drip, or spray?

This year's seed holds next year's harvest!

While having a well-shaded yard can seem limiting, there’s a wealth of options for vibrant, shade-tolerant perennial plants that will have it made in the shade!

Once seeds have germinated and true leaves have appeared, it may be time to give your seedlings a boost of nutrients!

Start your garden from scratch (er, seed)! We answer your seed starting questions.

Do you plant by the lunar calendar? "Moon gardeners" suggest that the moon's gravitational pull impacts soil moisture, pulling it toward the soil surface.

Learn the best companions for tomatoes, onions, beans, and more!

Time to prep your beds for a glorious garden season! Here are a few tips to revive your raised bed soil.

If you have a small-space garden, consider these pre-planned gardens, which are based on square-foot gardening techniques.

Get growing in raised beds! Discover the joys of raised bed gardening and enjoy a plentiful harvest of veggies, fruits, herbs, and flowers.

Wood? Metal?

Nothing says "spring" like the heady fragrance of a gorgeous lilac! Learn how to grow and care for these fragrant beauties.

Peonies are long-lived, hardy, and produce exquisite blooms prized by gardeners and florists. 🌺 Learn how to grow and care for beautiful peonies in your garden with our step-by-step guide!

Try a few alliums in your flower gardens this season and discover the grace and good manners of these under-appreciated perennials.

New to clematis? Learn how to grow this gorgeous flowering vine!

Learn how to grow beautiful geraniums from seed! 🌱🌸 Discover the secrets of successful germination and nurture your own vibrant garden.

Nasturtiums are among the easiest flowers to grow from seed! Their cheerful orange, gold, and burgundy blooms are also edible, making them a garden must-have.

Whether you have patio planters, hanging baskets, or windowboxes, we show you how to create a stunning floral display with a few simple tips.

Bring beauty and flavor to your yard by popping some edible flowers in your landscape, raised beds, and containers.

It's easy to grow basil plants indoors, as long as you provide warmth and light. Start from seed and you'll always have a fresh crop on hand!

Pop seeds right into your garden or favorite container, and enjoy fresh herbs all year long.

Keep your kitchen stocked with fresh herbs all year long with plants grown right on your own countertop.

Tomato plants are one of the easiest plants to start from seed. Watch and learn how to grow your own fresh tomatoes.

Homegrown herbs can play an important part in supporting your health. Learn about herbs to grow and use in healing teas, tinctures, and salves.

Preserve that fresh herb flavor all year!

Enjoy the sweetness of homegrown fruits! We share tips for growing backyard berries.