Cilantro Bolts in Heat: Papalo as a Cilantro Substitute
Replacing Cilantro: Six Herbs for Summer Heat When the heat of summer arrives, cilantro is often one of the first herbs to bolt, typically within three weeks. Fortunately, several herbs …
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Six Native Plants for Pollinator Gardens Across the Eastern and Central U.S.
Enhancing Your Garden with Pollinator-Friendly Plants Pollinator gardening might seem daunting, akin to mastering a botany degree. However, it can be simplified by focusing on six native plants that thrive …
Rosemary Propagation: Quick Rooting from a Healthy Stem in Late Spring
Guide to Plant Propagation: Grow Your Garden for Free One healthy stem, one pot of damp mix, and a few weeks—that’s the simplicity of propagation. Late spring is the ideal …
Indoor Plants Do Not Purify Air at Room Scale; Hundreds of Plants Needed
The Hidden Benefits of Houseplants The common belief that houseplants purify indoor air has been mostly debunked at room scale. In studies conducted in sealed lab chambers, the results suggested …
Low-Maintenance Ground Covers That Outcompete Native Plants
Reviving Native Ground Covers: A Return to Our Roots Every yard was once a canvas of native flora until aggressive, low-maintenance ground covers like periwinkle, English ivy, and pachysandra took …
This Week’s Planting Window: Last Chance to Plant Crops in Zones 5-7
Planting Guide for Spring Crops This week marks an important planting window that many gardeners have been eagerly anticipating all spring long. It’s crucial to take advantage of this time, …
Forcing Spring Bulbs in Water to Bloom in a Glass Vase
Forcing Spring Bulbs in Water: A Simple Guide Imagine having a stunning flower display without the need for soil or a garden bed—this is the beauty of forcing spring bulbs …
Hummingbirds Seek Native Plants: Wild Columbine and Six Native Perennials to Plant Now in the East
Planting for Hummingbirds and Spring Pollinators As the hummingbirds return from their migration in Mexico, they’re in search of native plants that support their feeding needs, with wild columbine being …
Three Companion Plantings with Documented Mechanisms, Including Tomato and Basil
Understanding Companion Planting: Effective Pairings for Your Garden Companion planting is an age-old gardening practice grounded in the belief that certain plants can benefit each other when grown together. While …
Living Groundcovers: Weed-Suppressing, Pollinator-Friendly Alternative to Wood Chip Mulch
The Benefits of Living Groundcover Over Traditional Mulch When it comes to maintaining a vibrant garden, the choice of groundcover can significantly affect plant health, weed suppression, and the ecosystem …