Gardening Articles, Tips and How-tos
Garden smarter with our library of articles written by our team of expert gardeners. Daily posts include everything from beginner gardening tips to in-depth articles on botany and landscaping.
Tips for Maintaining Garden Pathways
Don't let your garden pathways get away from you. Read More
Greens That May Also Be Weeds
Greens disguised as weeds? Historically, people have always foraged woods and fields for wild greens. Read More
Viburnums, Dependable Landscape Shrubs
Viburnums are adaptable shrubs and small trees that rank among the most ornamental and useful for general landscape purposes. Read More
Mother, May I Grow the Mayflower?
No, it's not the flower for which the Pilgrims' ship was named. But, like them, it is working hard at being a survivor. Read More
Fluffing Roots Carefully in Transplanting
Don't be afraid of your roots when transplanting your seedlings or larger container plants. Read More
Harriet Tubman, the Owl, and the Underground Railroad
Harriet Tubman's work on the Underground Railroad and her skills as a spy, scout, soldier, and nurse for the Union Army during the Civil War are well known. Read More
DG Sunday Funnies for May 10th, 2026
You supply the caption for our weekly funny image. Read More
Herbs of the Arkansas Ozarks Traditional Herbal Medicine
When one thinks of the Ozarks and herbal medicine, the first person who comes to mind is Granny Clampett and her "Doctorin' Yarbs". Read More
Growing A Pot Of Spaghetti. Herb And Vegetable Container Ideas
Growing vegetables in large containers or tubs has become quite the trend in gardening in the past few years. Container gardening lifts plants up away from the ground, where they can be susceptible to soil borne pests and diseases. Read More
Acmella oleracea: Growing and Using the Toothache Plant
I could have used this plant recently when I became aware of one of my teeth. Being conscious of a tooth is never a good thing. Read More
Keep Your Garden Constantly in Bloom for Everyday Beauty
Don't get fooled into thinking you can only have a beautiful garden one season of the year. Read More
Bat Basics for Gardeners
Bats might not seem like the ideal neighbors at first glance, but they are great to have around the home and garden. Read More
Shedding Light on Light Requirements
What is partial sun anyway? A sliver of sun like a quarter moon? Read More
DG Sunday Funnies for May 3rd, 2026
You supply the caption for our weekly funny image. Read More
Common Plants That Get Bigger Than You Expected
These common plants get a whole lot bigger than you might think. Read More
Four Easy Herbs For Beginners
No matter where you live or how much room you have, there is always room for an herb garden. Read More
Permaculture Ideas for the Average Homeowner
Are you tired of mowing the lawn? Why not grow a permaculture garden? Read More
Fertilize Flower Gardens the Right Way
Fertilizing your flower gardens is more than just throwing some fertilizer around. There is a safe and effective way that you can feed your garden. Read More
10 Items Every First-Time Container Gardener Should Have
If you're taking the plunge and picking up container gardening this year, assemble these items to make sure you get off to a great start! Read More
Rose Water and Other Natural Tonics
Rose water and other natural tonics are an easy way to create some health and beauty magic in your kitchen. Read More
