7 INVASIVE PLANTS THAT DON'T BELONG IN YOUR GARDEN (AND WHAT TO PLANT INSTEAD)

Arricca Elin SanSone, Proven Winners® ColorChoice®

As gardeners, we adore plants that are low-maintenance, fast-growing, and adaptable to many different types of conditions. Unfortunately, some popular plants that check those blocks are considered invasive. But what does that mean?

A CATMINT, A CONEFLOWER, AND A HEUCHERELLA WALK INTO A BAR

Dan Heims, Terra Nova

They see a bar top with a huge bowl of peanuts and hear a disembodied voice saying, “You guys look AMAZING!” Surprised, they look to the bartender and ask, “What’s going on?” He replies, “It’s the nuts… they’re complimentary…” Whoa, campers! We’ve got a lovely trio indeed to introduce to y’all.



5 BENEFITS OF A WELL-MADE GARDEN HOSE

Centurion Brands

If you garden outdoors, you probably have a garden hose. A good one will perform well enough that the gardener doesn’t think about it very much. A poorly made one, though, can be the source of much frustration and can make watering an unpleasant chore. When choosing your next garden hose, it might be helpful to think about the benefits of a well-made one.

FIRE UP YOUR SUMMER CONTAINERS

Delilah Onofrey, Suntory Flowers

Bold, glorious summer color! That’s what Sun Parasol FiredUp Orange brings to container plantings. FiredUp dipladenias are freestanding and upright, making them the ideal summer thriller. Unlike classic mandevillas/dipladenias, the blooms are pinwheel-shaped instead of trumpet-shaped, and the foliage is upright and slender. 



CREATE BIG IMPACT WITH SMALL SPACE POLLINATOR GARDENS

Kathleen Hennessy, Monrovia

If you’re looking to invite more pollinators into your landscape, you’re not alone. Providing food and habitat for bees, birds and butterflies is on many gardeners’ lists this year. The good news is that you don’t need a lot of space to welcome pollinators. Container gardens are an easy way to create a thriving pollinator habitat.

5 LOW MAINTENANCE FOUNDATION PLANTS FOR THE FRONT OF YOUR HOME

Susan Martin, Proven Winners

When you need your front landscaping to have curb appeal but don’t have a lot of time to put into it, grow low maintenance varieties that take care of themselves. We’ll show you five types to consider, plus a link to free landscape designs to jumpstart your project.

4 ESSENTIAL PLANT CARE TOOLS EVERY NEW GARDENER NEEDS

DRAMM

Garden season is upon us, and there’s no better time to get outside and start growing. Whether you’re planting flowers, herbs, or vegetables, having the right tools on hand will make watering and overall plant care easier, more efficient, and more enjoyable.

KEEPING YOUR GREENHOUSE COOL ALL SUMMER LONG

Trevor Dueck, BC Greenhouse Builders

Summer in the greenhouse is a bit of a paradox. The long days and warm nights are exactly what your plants have been waiting for, but push the temperature too far, and that cozy growing space can turn into a sauna! The good news is, you can keep things comfortable for you and your plants all season long.

SEASONAL GARDENING TIPS FROM GIBBS GARDENS

Barbara Schneider, Gibbs Gardens

Each year, Mother Nature—and Jim Gibbs—get to work early, transforming Gibbs Gardens into a spectacular 372-acre bouquet. Hayley Davis, Gibbs seasonal color expert, shares some tips for home gardeners.

6 SMART WATERING TIPS TO HELP YOUR HOUSEPLANTS THRIVE

Justin Hancock, Costa Farms

If you’ve spent years tending beds, borders, and containers outdoors, you already understand that watering is part art, part observation. Bringing plants inside doesn’t change that. A few simple adjustments can make watering houseplants feel just as intuitive as caring for your garden outside.

THE SUMMER SECRET: WHY SMART GARDENERS SHOP FOR FALL BULBS NOW

Ashleigh Smith, True Leaf Market

As the spring season is coming to a close, it is time to start planning bulbs for next year. Next year, really? Yes! Spring-blooming bulbs are some of the most recognizable blooms in the garden, but they require a bit of planning.

KEEP THOSE ROSE BLOOMS COMING! CARE TIPS FOR JUNE

Jackson & Perkins

June is a beautiful time in the rose garden as blooms reach their peak, filling the garden with color and fragrance. However, maintaining healthy roses this month requires consistent feeding, deadheading, and a bit of pruning to encourage ongoing growth. Here’s a comprehensive care guide for June.

WHY POLLINATOR-FRIENDLY PLANTS MAKE A GARDEN FEEL MORE COMPLETE

GrowJoy

When gardeners first begin planting in spring, the focus is usually on getting everything in the ground. But as the season moves forward, many gardens reach a point where something still feels unfinished.

TIPS FOR PLANTING SMALL SPACE & CONTAINER GARDENS

Wayside Gardens

Gardening in small spaces can be a delightful challenge. Whether you have a narrow strip by a path, a sunny balcony, or a cozy patio, here are expert tips and plant recommendations to help you maximize your gardening space.



AVOID TREE ROOT CONFLICTS

Melinda Myers

Roots erupting through the soil surface beyond the tree trunk irritate gardeners when trying to grow and mow grass under trees. Save time, reduce frustration and be kind to your trees when dealing with these surface roots. These roots are a normal part of aging for shallow rooted trees and are important to their health and stability. 

PINCHING AND/OR PRUNING ANNUALS

In this video, Eric talks with Jim Gibbs about pinching annuals. Pinching a plant back promotes new growth, and some annuals may need weekly pinching. Watch the video...

GARDEN CONFIDENTLY WITH DYNAMIC ANNUALS

There are so many beautiful and exciting opportunities in gardening with annuals today. In this episode GardenSMART explores everything from design to implementation to maintenance. We also take a close look at growing plants in containers. Learn more...