Latest articles by Mary Ellen Ellis
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8 Best Fruit Trees To Plant As Bare Roots In Fall – For The Fastest, Sweetest Harvest
Get a head start on home harvests by planting bare-root fruit trees this fall. Find the best varieties and learn tips for planting and caring for new trees.
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5 Urban Garden Ideas For Any Home – Add Natural Flair To The Tiniest Living Spaces
Just because you live in a city, town or built-up area doesn’t mean you have to do without! Try these urban garden ideas to make a green haven even in limited space
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8 Plants You Need To Winterize In Fall: Protect Perennials Now Or Risk Losing Them To Frost
Take action to protect these popular plant groups in the fall before temperatures plummet – and they will return healthy and strong in spring.
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How To Compost At Home: The Ultimate Step-By-Step Guide
Composting is an affordable, sustainable solution for creating the best possible soil improver. Discover your ideal method, steps for success, and how to get the most out of your homemade black gold.
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How To Overwinter Boston Fern Plants: Keep Sword Ferns Well Cared For In Winter Months
Boston ferns are some of our most enduring plants – but make sure you’re giving them the best care in cold months. Here’s how to overwinter Boston fern plants
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When And How To Harvest Snapdragon Seeds For Years Of Blooms
Learn how to harvest snapdragon seeds to replenish those frilly, familiar garden flowers for everything from weddings to beautiful bouquets on your table.
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How Long Do Mums Last? Plus, How To Make Chrysanthemum Flowers Last Longer
Chrysanthemums have the potential for enduring displays as we enter the quieter months of the year. But how long do mums last? Here’s how to maximize your fall blooms
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7 Plants You Should Never Prune In Fall: Don't Trim These Perennials Until Spring
Discover popular shrubs and trees that must not be pruned until spring, to ensure healthy plants with maximum flowers, and support local wildlife.
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Is Plastic Harming Wildlife In Your Yard? Identify Plastic Issues And Keep Garden Visitors Safe
If we’re wondering whether plastic is harming wildlife, it’s a good idea to take a look at your yard and garden and learn about some safer plastic alternatives.
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6 Fall Lawn Care Tasks To Prioritize Before Winter – Plus When To Make The Last Cut
Use our guide to prepare your lawn for its winter slumber, and it will awaken in spring with lush, verdant grass you can be proud of.
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Recharge Your Soil Over Winter By Cover Cropping: 6 Green Manures To Plant In Fall
Cover cropping is not just for farming. Use this tried-and-tested technique in your vegetable garden or flower beds to enjoy richer, looser soil and fewer weeds.
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What Is A Florist Hydrangea? – Plus, Why You Shouldn’t Plant Them In Your Garden
They may look gorgeous, but is it worth your while trying to grow a florist hydrangea? While lovely in short-term displays, here’s why you should think carefully before you take one on
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8 Plants You Should Prune In October – Don't Miss The Fall Trimming Window
Prune these plants before the frost hits to avoid pests and diseases, and to ensure healthy growth and abundant blooms next year.
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October To-Do List: Essential Gardening Jobs To Do This Month
Your October gardening to-do list is here! These are the top tasks to complete this month in every region across the US.
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7 Best Perennials To Divide In Fall: Clone Favorite Plants And Boost Bloom Rates
Divide these perennials in the fall for the best results and to enjoy new copies of your favorite plants in other areas of your garden.
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5 Plastic Products To Avoid In Your Garden – And How You Can Embrace Plastic Reduction
The less plastic we use, the healthier our planet will be. Here are some big plastic gardening products to avoid, plus some alternatives.
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8 Small Trees For Front Yards – Boost Curb Appeal Without Dominating The House
Discover the best small trees for front yards, which make an impact in multiple seasons without overshadowing the rest of the yard.
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Caring For A Majesty Palm: Expert Guide To Ravenea Rivularis
If you live in a warm climate, caring for a majesty palm outdoors is easy. If your region is cooler, this palm makes a gorgeous houseplant.
