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  • Close up of butternut squash

    How To Store Your Butternut Squash So It Lasts Through The Winter

    If you've been growing butternut squash this year, you don't need to eat it all right after harvesting it. Here's how to cure and store the winter squash.

    By Magdalena Becker 2 hours ago Read More
  • A woman prunes a rosemary planted in a pot.

    11 Herbs To Avoid Pruning In The Fall (And What To Do Instead)

    The main reason for not pruning certain popular herbs in fall is that it reduces their winter hardiness. Aim for spring trimming or summer deadheading instead.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 7 hours ago Read More
  • Cabbage leaves covered in frost in the garden

    Gardeners Are Reusing Their Plastic Containers To Beat The Freeze

    To combat the cold, repurpose plastic containers to protect not only your garden but the environment. The process is simple, even if you’re new to gardening.

    By Amy Horton 2 days ago Read More
  • Person's hands covered in messy seeds from pumpkin

    The Best Type Of Pumpkin To Grow For Seed Saving

    Pumpkins comes in so many delightful shapes, sizes, and colors, but if you're looking for a variety to grow year after year, one type of pumpkin reigns supreme.

    By Katharine Hansen 2 days ago Read More
  • A person working in the garden in the fall

    How To Know When It's Officially Too Late To Plant Anything In The Fall

    While fall is the perfect time to plant many trees, shrubs, perennials, and bulbs, you do want to be aware of when it's too late to plant anything in your yard.

    By Selena Ivette Rodriguez 2 days ago Read More
  • A field of large ripe pumpkins

    The Very Best Way To Prune Pumpkin Plant Vines

    You may not think of pumpkins as a plant to be pruned, but following this process can help you get the biggest pumpkins while keeping your plants healthy.

    By Baylee Bunce 2 days ago Read More
  • Lots of cilantro growing outside.

    Keep Your Cilantro Thriving: The Tip You Need To Protect This Tender Plant From Frost

    Cilantro can be finicky. It bolts in hot weather and wilts after a hard frost. To keep the herb thriving, employ this simple tip to protect it from freezing.

    By Katie Leigh Matthews 3 days ago Read More
  • hands planting thyme plant in rustic pot

    The Easy Way To Divide Thyme Plants For An Endless Supply

    For an endless supply of thyme, propagate the plant by dividing it, though doing it wrong could damage your plant's health. Here's what to do and not do.

    By Tyler Palicia 3 days ago Read More
  • A pepper plant growing in a pot

    How To Help Your Pepper Plants Survive Winter So They Thrive Come Spring

    Although grown as annuals in many parts of the U.S., pepper plants are actually perennials and can be overwintered so they get off to a good start in spring.

    By Kyle Schurman 3 days ago Read More
  • Person reaching for ripe, red rosehips on plant

    Add Amazing Fall Color To Your Yard With This Stunning Fruit-Producing Perennial

    For a yard full of fall colors, don't just look to foliage to fill your need. Perennials that produce fruit can also be a great source of autumn color.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 3 days ago Read More
  • A bunch of oregano with water drops on the leaves

    How To Prep Your Oregano Plants For Winter So They Come Back Thriving In Spring

    Oregano plants are typically hardy down to zone 4, but no matter how cold your region is, you can keep them alive until spring with these winter prep tips.

    By Nina Phillips 3 days ago Read More
  • Bananas sitting next to a pitcher with water and pieces of banana peel

    What Happens To Pumpkin Plants When You Add Banana Peels

    Pumpkin plants need lots of food to grow large, bright orange fruit. Find out if banana peels near your pumpkins will help or if there are better options.

    By Emma Atkinson 3 days ago Read More
  • closeup of a green sage leaf with frost on it.

    How To Prepare Your Sage Plants For Winter To Ensure They Thrive Next Spring

    Do you want your sage plants to stay healthy till next spring? Learn the simple steps to get them winter-ready so they thrive when the warm weather returns.

    By Megan Newton 4 days ago Read More
  • An aerial view of a flourishing garden with a wheelbarrow full of compost next to a spade and a watering can

    Warning Signs That Your Plants Aren't Getting Enough Calcium

    If some of your plants are not looking as healthy as they should, you might want to familiarize yourself with the symptoms associated with a calcium deficiency.

    By Lyssa Chatterton 4 days ago Read More
  • white frost on green leaves

    7 Clever DIY Ideas That'll Protect Your Plants From Frost

    In many zones, it's necessary to protect late-season or overwintering plants from frost. Any of these 7 DIYs could work for you depending on your garden's size.

    By R. A. Fletcher 4 days ago Read More
  • Cabin surrounded by pine trees and other varieties of trees

    When And How To Use Pine Needles In Your Yard And Garden

    When pine needles fall all over your lawn in the autumn, you don't have to haul them away. Here are some surprising uses for those pine needles in your yard.

    By Shelley Frost 4 days ago Read More
  • A pomegranate tree with plenty of ripe, red pomagranates growing

    Successfully Transplant A Pomegranate Outdoors Without Damaging It

    Transplanting a pomegranate tree from a pot to the ground must be done properly to help the tree bear fruit. Here's how to keep the tree strong and healthy.

    By Rhys Lee Hamilton 4 days ago Read More
  • Woman watering her plants on a rooftop balcony

    The Garden Trend To Embrace In 2026 That's Perfect For Small Spaces

    Not everyone has a massive outdoor space to work with, but this trend allows you to make the most of a small courtyard, patio, or even balcony.

    By Lou Siday 5 days ago Read More
  • A person wearing gloves covers plants with protective cloth.

    Cover These 14 Veggies In October Before Cold Weather Destroys Your Harvest

    By October, most garden vegetables are ready for harvest (or nearly so). To protect your plants at the end of the season, cover these more frost-tender edibles.

    By Lindsay Donaldson 6 days ago Read More
  • A woman and man are putting a row cover over a long row of pepper plants in their garden.

    How To Protect Outdoor Plants From Frost, Step By Step

    As cold weather approaches, plants are vulnerable to frost. However, careful planning, preparing plants correctly, and insulating fragile ones can protect them.

    By Ellen Douglas 6 days ago Read More
  • Woman with basket of veggie plants in her kitchen

    The Low-Maintenance Veggie That Grows Perfectly In Your Kitchen Throughout Winter

    If you’re craving fresh greens during the winter, make room in your kitchen window garden for this undemanding veggie that is cheap, prolific, and easy to grow.

    By Barb Hudson 8 days ago Read More
  • A gardener sowing seeds in a container in a home garden, surrounded by herbs and houseplants

    The Common Garden Vegetable You Can Actually Grow Indoors In The Winter

    In winter, don’t settle for canned, dried, or preserved bounty from your summer garden. Instead, pick this fresh vegetable for dinner that you grew indoors.

    By Andrea Crowley-Hughes 8 days ago Read More
  • A woman wearing pink gardening gloves transplants a thyme plant into a herb garden.

    Set Your Herb Garden Up For Success With One Addition To The Soil

    A landscaping material commonly used on paths and driveways also happens to be the best addition to herb garden soil for growing bushier, more flavorful plants.

    By Lyssa Chatterton 9 days ago Read More
  • A woman pruning her pomegranate sapling on a patio

    Is October Too Late To Plant A Pomegranate Tree? Here's What To Know

    If you've always wanted to grow a pomegranate tree, you might be unsure whether it can be planted in October. The good news is it can, depending on your zone.

    By Joey Gonzalez 9 days ago Read More
  • A woman's hands cut sprigs of fresh thyme from a potted plant on a counter.

    12 Herbs That Are Easy For Even The Most Forgetful People To Grow

    Just because you don't keep your plants top of mind, doesn't mean you can't grow them. Many herbs practically thrive on neglect, making them foolproof options.

    By Kathryn Walsh 9 days ago Read More
  • Acorn squash and carnival pumpkins.

    The World Record For Largest Green Squash Has Been Broken. Meet The Man Who Grew It

    Fall harvests bring fruits and vegetables of all shapes and sizes. While fresh produce is delicious, most won't be as filling as one Rhode Island farmer's.

    By Barbara Pavone 9 days ago Read More
  • Frost covers a juniper tree branch's green needles

    Can Storing Plants In Your Garage Help Protect Against Frost Damage?

    In places with frigid winters—think Maine, Minnesota, Montana—frost damage will kill your outdoor potted plants. But what if you store them in your garage?

    By Katharine Hansen 9 days ago Read More
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