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I’ve tested hundreds of plants over the years, and these are the ones that consistently survive heat, cold, drought, and real-life gardening.

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with these combinations.

Most gardeners make the same watering mistake. Here's how to keep dahlias blooming from summer until frost.

These tough flowers and foliage plants can handle scorching temperatures and still look great in hanging baskets and window boxes.

Research shows hummingbirds can return to the same feeders year after year. Here’s how they find their way back—and how to keep them coming.

Here’s how to keep your garden thriving in the heat.

Don't want to (or can't) build a fence? These trees will quickly create the privacy you crave.

Get to know the beneficial insects that pollinate plants, keep destructive pests in check, and help your garden thrive—and learn how to attract them.

Fill your cutting garden with these low-maintenance flowers that produce armfuls of blooms for beautiful, long-lasting bouquets.

Here’s what to prune now to keep plants tidy, blooming, and thriving as summer sets in.

Poison hemlock is blooming across much of the U.S. Learn how to identify the toxic plant, where it grows, and how to remove it.

These easy flowers drop seeds, creating new plants year after year with little effort from you.

With quirky blooms and a honey-like scent, this pollinator magnet is perfect for a rain garden or privacy hedge in a low-lying area.

Add a touch of maximalist beauty to your garden with these lush vining plants!

Plant these long-lived perennials once, and they’ll reward you for decades.

Here’s what you should know about how to keep your backyard birds healthy.

After years of growing more than 60 houseplants, I’ve found that moving them outdoors for summer often creates more problems than benefits.

Popular wisdom tells you to plant tomatoes deep, but that can slow growth. Here’s the best way to give tomato plants a strong start.

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Here’s why you need to clean all types of bird feeders regularly—and how to do it correctly.

Fast-growing flowering shrubs can quickly add privacy, lush landscaping, colorful blooms, and major curb appeal—often in just a season or two.

These nostalgic blooms will transport you to gardens of the past.

Do your hummingbirds need a swing in your backyard—or is it a waste of money? Experts weigh in.

Experts break down whether Epsom salt actually helps plants—and when it can do more harm than good.

Here’s how to get birds to actually use your birdhouse—plus the features that matter most.

Here’s why the hori hori is one tool every gardener needs—plus eight ways I use it in my garden.

Experts say to wait for this one thing before planting tomatoes.

Horticultural experts say this viral weed-killing hack isn’t as effective—or as safe—as it seems.

The vibrant blooms everyone notices at the Augusta National are easier to recreate than you think.

These nostalgic blooms deliver nonstop color all season long.

Hummingbirds are drawn to red—but that’s only part of the story. Here’s what really attracts them.

Spring gardening season is in full swing.

These exquisite old-fashioned flowers have the most irresistible names!

Grow a beautiful garden for less with these easy flowers from seed.

Follow these simple steps to repot houseplants—and avoid a common mistake.

Here’s why your garden needs a cute, no-fuss round shrub.

If you love houseplants, here’s the easiest way to grow more—without spending a dime.

These simple, expert-backed tips will help you attract bluebirds and keep them coming back.

If you only plant one vegetable this year, make it this one!

Some of these top out at 10 feet tall, making them perfect for little yards!

The folklore, history, and science behind why four-leaf clovers are considered lucky.

If your garden has more shade than sun, these gorgeous perennials are up to the task. From flowering favorites to lush ferns, these shade-loving plants will brighten even the darkest garden beds

From porch lights to dryer vents, birds can nest in the most unexpected spots. Here’s how to make those places less appealing.

Dry shade can be a challenge, but these plants flourish there and can transform that bare patch into a beautiful garden.

Learn which trees and shrubs you should not prune in spring—and when to trim dogwood, lilac, azalea, forsythia, and more.

You’ll love this charming and unique plant.

Here’s when to welcome hummingbirds back to your garden!

Experts explain how and when a rejuvenation cut can save a shrub that’s gotten out of of control.

Wondering whether ashes from your fireplace belong in the garden? Here’s how to use them safely—and when to skip them.

Think your plants are “sleeping” for winter? Not exactly. Here’s what’s really happening—and how to care for them now through spring.

Experts reveal simple feeder placement tips that help protect backyard birds.

These unexpected foods can bring more birds to your backyard feeder and garden.

Add charm and whimsy to your home and garden with these fun, heart-shaped plants.

Here’s what to prune in mid-winter.

Grab your binoculars and join the Great Backyard Bird Count of 2026!

Bird experts explain how hummingbirds survive cold snaps and what actually makes a difference at your feeder.

Expert insights and design tips for making each trend your own

I’ve tested countless seeds over the years—these online sources consistently deliver.

Here’s what to know about feeding hummingbirds in winter.

It’s so pretty…until you have to shovel. Here’s how to do it safely.

Here’s how to help your local wildlife get through the cold season.

Here’s what to know about when and how to use ice melt on drives and walks.

Here are the best choices for people, plants, and pets.

Here’s what you do and don’t need to do in your garden during winter.