companion planting

10 Best Companion Plants for Tomatoes

10 Best Companion Plants for Tomatoes

Tomatoes are a staple in home gardens, and when paired with the right companion plants, they can thrive like never before. Companion planting is an age-old technique that enhances growth,  
What’s the Deal with Flies Eating Plants?

What’s the Deal with Flies Eating Plants?

I love gardening. I also sometimes hate gardening. Well, hate might be a strong word. But we all have those immensely frustrating moments when it seems like everything goes wrong.  
Pollinator Plant Care Basics

Pollinator Plant Care Basics

A healthy, vibrant pollinator garden is more than just a collection of beautiful flowers—it’s a dynamic, living ecosystem that supports bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, beetles, and countless other beneficial insects. When  
Marigold

Marigold

Marigolds (Tagetes spp.) are among the most widely grown and easily recognized flowers in American gardens. With their sunny blooms in shades of yellow, orange, gold, and maroon, marigolds bring  
Nasturtiums

Nasturtiums

Nasturtiums (Tropaeolum) are cheerful, easy-to-grow annuals celebrated for their bright blooms, peppery leaves, and delightful trailing or mounding habits. With their jewel-toned flowers in shades of orange, red, and yellow,  
Desert Oasis – Santa Fe, New Mexico

Desert Oasis – Santa Fe, New Mexico

The scorching sun beat down on the dusty landscape as I arrived in Santa Fe, New Mexico—a land of rugged beauty and ancient traditions. The desert stretched out before me,  
6 Vegetable Garden Planner Apps Compared

6 Vegetable Garden Planner Apps Compared

Why does it always seem like you spend all winter waiting, wishing, and hoping for spring, then when it arrives, your brain goes into panic mode, and suddenly you have  
Keyhole Gardens for Beginners

Keyhole Gardens for Beginners

If spring weather has you feeling excited about fresh herbs and produce from your backyard, you might want to try keyhole gardening. Even aspiring green thumbs can easily master this  
What to Plant in May in USDA Zones 7-8

What to Plant in May in USDA Zones 7-8

May in USDA zones 7-8 – when your garden is basically screaming "PUT ALL THE PLANTS IN ME!" If you're wondering what to plant in May in these delightful middle