Before you plant that favorite garden perennial, make sure it will not take over your landscape. Learn which commonly grown plants some gardeners regret planting and get practical tips to keep them in check so your garden stays beautiful and manageable.
Garden Trivia
Where is the oldest surviving botanical garden in North America?
We invite people interested in gardening, community service, and lifelong learning to become Iowa Master Gardener volunteers this fall through our volunteer orientation process. Volunteer orientation includes Garden Academy and in-person volunteer orientation through a county ISU Extension and Outreach office. Applications close August 14.
Apple and pear harvest season is just around the corner. Find out how to tell when tree fruits are at their peak for picking and learn simple storage tips that will help you enjoy the freshest flavor from your harvest.
Looking for a reliable perennial that delivers months of color? Discover why veronicas, or speedwells, are garden favorites, with vibrant blooms, pollinator appeal, and easy-care habits that make them a standout in sunny landscapes.
From long-blooming zinnias to dramatic dark-foliaged dahlias, these All-America Selections winners are among the most popular plants in the Reiman Gardens trials this season.
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Philadelphia. Bartram’s Garden was established in 1728 and can still be visited today. Learn more about the history of American gardens in this article from the Smithsonian: Timeline of American Garden History. Visit a garden nearby using this guide: Public Gardens of Iowa.
