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A dense canopy of deciduous trees fills the frame, their vibrant green leaves shimmering in the sunlight, contrasting against the clear blue sky in the background, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.

Trees

What’s the Difference Between Deciduous and Evergreen Trees?

You’ve probably heard the words deciduous and evergreen, but do you know what they mean and what types of trees they are? Trees are classified into various categories, including whether or not they lose their leaves each autumn. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen explains the difference between deciduous and evergreen trees.

Towering pine trees reach skyward, their verdant branches stretching gracefully towards the heavens, a sanctuary of green tranquility in nature's embrace.

Trees

Pine Tree Growth Rates: How Fast do Pine Trees Grow?

Planting a tree in your yard is a long-term investment, but some trees grow faster than others. Pine trees are popular for their rapid, tall growth, valuable timber, and evergreen aesthetic, but how fast do they grow in a home landscape? Garden expert Logan Hailey has the answers.

A close-up of vibrant brussels sprouts, showcasing sturdy stems and lush leaves, nestled in a wooden box against a backdrop of rustic wooden tables, chairs, and brick walls.

Vegetables

How to Grow Brussels Sprouts in Raised Beds

Brussels sprouts are a tasty cool-season veggie that belongs in your raised garden beds this fall. Depending on the variety, the best time to start these slow-growing plants from seed is late spring through late summer. Garden expert Christina Conner provides guidance on growing these delicious brassicas from seed to harvest and how to enjoy them best in this how-to guide.

A red-flowering currant, its vibrant leaves embracing clusters of delicate pink blooms, basks in the warm embrace of the radiant sun.

Shrubs

17 Best North American Native Shrubs For Your Garden

Do you want to diversify your landscape? By adding a few beautiful native shrubs, you can easily increase its structural diversity, color, and curb appeal. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen introduces 17 of her favorite easy-to-grow and super-showy native shrubs.

Close-up of great maiden's blush roses displaying soft, creamy-pink petals in densely layered blooms, set against a backdrop of glossy, dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Great Maiden’s Blush Roses

‘Great Maiden’s Blush’ roses are charming old garden roses with a history dating back to the 15th century. Clusters of blush pink rosettes carry exceptional fragrance, and blue-gray leaves complement the rose’s attractive form. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores the many merits of these beautiful roses for any garden collection.

A ladybug with red wings rests on a green leaf, basking in the warm glow of sunlight, its delicate spots and tiny legs visible up close against the leaf's surface.

Garden Pests

Should You Buy Ladybugs as Natural Pest Control?

Ladybugs are voracious predators of garden pests, but purchasing these beneficial insects may not be the best form of pest control. Garden expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains how ladybugs can help control pests and why you don’t need to buy them.

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Edible

27 Plants for Your Raised Bed Kitchen Garden

If you’re planning a kitchen garden, raised beds complement this type of garden wonderfully. They are accessible and attractive and make growing your favorite kitchen staples a breeze. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares 27 plants that work great in your raised bed kitchen garden.