A durable snow shovel is a must-have piece of kit, and if you’re in the market for a new shovel or to replace that old broken one that’s been languishing in the shed all summer, we’ve got you covered. Winter’s on its way, and that means frosty flakes will soon be falling here in the northeast. As autumn gives way to winter and the cold weather brings frosty sidewalks and blankets of snow on the driveway, it’s time to make sure you are prepared....

Hardneck types, also known as stiffneck garlic or ophios, are fall-planted for a necessary period of cold vernalization over winter, before regrowing in spring once the days begin to lengthen. Allium sativum var. ophioscorodon ‘German White’ Tasty, nutritious, and easy to grow, ‘German White’ garlic is a hardneck variety also known as ‘German Extra-Hardy,’ ‘German Stiffneck,’ and ‘Northern White.’ We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

Depending on where you live, your lawn may be comprised of warm season grass, like zoysia and Bermuda, or cool-season varieties, such as fescue, Kentucky blue, and perennial rye. The lawn may be the largest part of your garden landscape. From seeding and mowing to weeding and raking autumn leaves, you do your best to keep it looking lush and lovely, and take pride in the accomplishment. And once those leaves are cleared away, it’s goodbye to lawn chores until spring, right?...

Information Are you having problems with your garden grown zucchini this season? Zucchini can run into a few issues when being grown in the garden. In this article, organic gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey walks through the most common zucchini problems, and what to do if you see them this season. By Logan Hailey Last updated: October 14, 2022 | 12 min read It’s hard to find a vegetable that is easier to grow than zucchini....

Growing Houseplants That Are Safe For Pets As pet owners we take great care in making sure our pets are healthy and safe, but sometimes danger can come from unexpected places. When I first started growing plants indoors, it never crossed my mind that some of them could have been poisonous. The thought of having toxic indoor plants in the house without even realizing it is very scary. That’s why I wanted to put together a list of common pet friendly house plants that you can have inside without worry....

1. Modern Moroccan Room A modern Moroccan room has the right mix of plants, carpet, and paintings. 2. Beautiful White Rug The elegant color of this beautiful rug will match with the dark green foliage of plants. 3. White Leather Pouf and an Art The white leather pouf looks simply gorgeous in a light-filled interior–What’s making all this special is the bird of paradise plant near the window! 4. Rustic Wooden Door and Artifacts A vining plant right next to the wooden door and artifacts will look gorgeous....

Succulents If you are looking for a flowering succulent to add to your indoor plant collection, you have plenty of options to choose from! So, where do you start? In this article, we've hand-picked our favorite succulents that flower beautifully in many different colors. You'll learn about each plant, with names and pictures of each! By Jason White Last updated: December 29, 2022 | 16 min read Flowering succulents can offer a unique and eye-catching appearance to your indoor garden....

Check out these cool DIY Planter Ideas that you can use to utilize old furniture in your home in unique ways to grow plants. Here are some amazing Christmas planter ideas for you DIY Planter Ideas 1. Chair Planter Convert an old tarnished chair into an unblemished succulent planter. This DIY is an amazing and inspiring idea. Watch this video tutorial for more info. 2. Dresser Planter An old dresser beautifully transformed into a three-story planter using paint and the planting essentials....

Flowers Finding the right flowers for your home or garden can be very challenging. Not only do you have to think about seasonality, but you have to consider color, climate, environment, sunlight, and more. In this article, gardening enthusiast Jason White walks through over three hundred different types of flowers including their names and pictures of each! By Jason White Last updated: January 10, 2023 | 108 min read Picking the best flowers for your outdoor space can be tricky, but not anymore!...

Table of Contents While some people grow determinate tomatoes so that they don’t have to worry about a trellis, anyone who wants to grow an indeterminate variety is going to need one. Whether short or tall, big or small, I’ve got a list of different options which will help ensure your tomatoes have the support that they need to give you huge quantities of fresh produce! I’ve broken these down into categories based on what is actually providing the support for the tomatoes, and included some rough estimates of cost and difficulty....

We work so hard to get the house of our dreams. A place to call home at the end of our 8-5 routine, a beautiful place to lit us up after a long day of work. Sometimes a home cannot be as refreshing as we wish because of what welcomes you before you set foot in the house. How does it look right outside your home? How about the backyard? If you don’t like what welcomes you home, then this article is for you!...

The official classifications according to the American Rose Society are species (or wild), old garden (or antique), modern, hybrid tea and grandiflora, floribunda and polyantha, miniature (or miniflora), climber, and shrub. If you’ve ever tried to disentangle the many different categories of roses, you know it can be a bit, erm, confusing. Not to get too into the weeds here (who are we kidding, I could talk roses all day!), but when a rose is hybridized, it’s registered with the American Rose Society by the breeder or nursery....

Wildflower fields full of black-eyed Susan are a sight to see in the late spring and summer in the American south. Akin to their sunflower relatives, Rudbeckia hirta thrive in similar conditions. Large open prairies that get full sun are great for them, but flower beds are also perfectly appropriate. Table of Contents Anywhere you’d like to plant yellow flowers or native plants to attract beneficial insects is splendid for this stunning member of the Aster plant family....

Speaking of snow, this article doesn’t account for everything being buried in a sea of white. For the times when there has been a light snow, or everything is drab and wet, I’m going to share a few winter interest plants you can add to your garden center list. If you don’t have something pretty to look at this year, you can dream ahead to next winter! A list of favorite winter interest plants As you draft your must-haves for the garden, consider plants that have months of blooms (rather than days or weeks) and others that look interesting even after the flowers have long since withered away....

About native bees Though European honey bees are among the most recognizable bees to most gardeners, they’re far from the most important. North America is home to more than 4,000 species of native bees, some of which are not much bigger than this letter b, while others are as large as the nose on your face. The sheer diversity of our native bees is mind-blowing and their specialization is equally awe-inspiring....

Shrubs Are you thinking of planting hydrangeas in your garden, but aren't sure if they prefer full sun or partial shade? Better yet, can they grow in fully shaded areas? While the answer to these questions is often variety dependent, there's some good general guidelines you can adhere to. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines if your hydrangeas need full sun, partial shade, or if they can live in full shade....

Information Did you recently plant a blueberry plant in your garden or yard, only to find its leaves are turning red? What could be causing the leaves to turn colors when they normally should be healthy and green? In this article, amateur gardener Jason White helps troubleshoot why your blueberry plant has this problem, and how to fix it. By Jason White Last updated: January 8, 2023 | 7 min read Blueberries are a true American favorite fruit....

A flea beetle is not a flea. Let’s get that out of the way right at the beginning! In fact, fleas and flea beetles have almost nothing in common, although they’re often confused with fleas by those less familiar with them. This is not the pest that bites your dogs and cats (and sometimes you). Table of Contents But if it’s not a flea, what exactly is a flea beetle? How can you identify this surprisingly-common United States pest, and where are you likely to find it?...

Growing tomatoes from seed can be challenging. But once you know how, it really isn’t that difficult. In this post I’ll show you exactly when and how to plant your tomato seeds so you’ll always have strong and healthy seedlings. There are many benefits that come with growing tomatoes from seed, and it’s straightforward once you get the hang of it. All you need are some basic supplies and a bit of know-how to get your tomato seedlings off to a good start....

Houseplants Are your peace lilies getting enough water? These beautiful houseplants can brighten up any indoor garden, but not without the right amount of moisture. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton examines how much water peace lilies need, and how often you should be watering them. By Madison Moulton Last updated: October 26, 2022 | 8 min read Think back to the first few houseplants you ever bought (or perhaps, were gifted)....