Deer Mushrooms: How to Identify, Manage, and Stay Safe
Deer mushrooms — Pluteus cervinus — are a common sight in North American yards, but I'm guessing you're here because you want to know exactly what the...
Jul 28,2026
How to Grow Tendercrop Bush Beans: Tips for Stringless Pods
Tendercrop bush beans — also known as Tendergreen Improved — are exactly what you want if you're looking for an easy, productive green bean variety fo...
Jul 28,2026
How to Repot Mandevilla in 5 Easy Steps
Repotting mandevilla is a straightforward process that keeps your vine healthy and blooming year after year. I've repotted dozens of these tropical be...
Jul 28,2026
Clay Pots vs Plastic Pots: How to Choose the Right One
When it comes to choosing between clay pots vs plastic pots, I've learned that there's no one-size-fits-all answer. In fact, I've killed more plants b...
Jul 28,2026
AC Unit Landscaping: Here's How to Hide It Without Hurting It
When you're landscaping around an air conditioner, the most important thing to get right is clearance. I always tell people: you need at least 2 to 3 ...
Jul 28,2026
San Marzano Tomato Care: Complete Guide for Sauce Lovers
Let me be honest with you — I was nervous the first time I tried growing San Marzano tomatoes. These Italian heirlooms have a reputation, and I wasn't...
Jul 28,2026
Magical Michael Basil: Complete Guide to Growing and Using This Compact Ornamental
Magical Michael basil is a compact, award-winning ornamental herb that I’ve grown for years, and it’s a fantastic choice if you want a plant that look...
Jul 28,2026
Boiling Water Weed Control: 3 Common Mistakes Most Gardeners Make
Yes, boiling water weed control really works — but only if you use it the right way. I've been testing this method in my own garden for years, and her...
Jul 28,2026
Shade Plants Bugs Don't Like: 5 Bug-Repelling Plants I've Tested
You've asked if there are shade plants bugs don't like, and the honest answer is yes—but you need to know which ones actually work and how to use them...
Jul 28,2026
5 Steps to Nail Your April Gardening Tasks for the Pacific Northwest
When I look at my April gardening tasks for the Pacific Northwest, I know it is time to get serious about planting and preparing the garden. The answe...
Jul 28,2026
Grow Danish Ballhead Cabbage: My 5 Easy Steps for a Big Harvest
If you have ever struggled with cabbage that splits, bolts, or just doesn’t store well, then Danish Ballhead heirloom cabbage is the variety you need ...
Jul 28,2026
10 Surprising Tree Products You Use Every Day
You probably don't think about it much, but things made from a tree fill nearly every room of your house. I'm not just talking about the obvious stuff...
Jul 28,2026
How to Grow a Field of Lavender in 5 Simple Steps
So you're wondering how to grow a field of lavender — maybe you've dreamed of purple rows stretching out in the sun, or you've heard you can actually ...
Jul 28,2026
How to Grow Waltham 29 Broccoli for a Bumper Fall Harvest
If you're wondering how to grow Waltham 29 broccoli, I'll tell you straight — it's one of the most forgiving and rewarding cool-season crops you can p...
Jul 28,2026
Oklahoma Redbud Tree Care: 5 Tips for Stunning Spring Blooms
Oklahoma redbud trees are small, glossy-leaved natives that put on a spectacular spring show with deep pink flowers. I've planted several in my own ya...
Jul 28,2026
7 Easy Ways to Compost in a Small Apartment Without Smell
Yes, composting in an apartment is absolutely possible, and I have done it myself for years in a tiny studio. The biggest myth I hear is that urban co...
Jul 28,2026
Pacific Northwest Garden Pests: How to Identify and Stop Them Fast
If you've ever stepped into a garden in the Pacific Northwest, you know it's not just the rain you're fighting — it's the whole ecosystem of munchers ...
Jul 28,2026
Murder Hornets: The Truth About Asian Giant Hornets
If you’ve been scrolling through social media or watching the news lately, you’ve probably seen the terrifying headlines about “murder hornets.” I get...
Jul 28,2026