Ashley Gilbert

Shady spots are a dream for plants—but a buffet for slugs. If you’ve ever planted in low light only to find your leaves riddled with …

Starting a new garden can feel like a fresh beginning—until something goes sideways. Maybe the plants don’t take, maybe the soil’s all wrong, or maybe …

The Chelsea Flower Show isn’t just another garden event—it’s the one people plan their calendars around. Every year, designers, growers, and plant lovers from all …

Patios can be tricky. What seems like a simple setup—some furniture, a few plants, maybe a grill—can end up feeling a little off without you …

Coneflowers have a way of stealing the spotlight without even trying. They’re sturdy, reliable, and somehow manage to look cheerful even in the heat of …

Color can do a lot for a space—wake it up, soften the mood, or just make it feel more lived in. Container gardening is one …

Weeds have a sneaky way of showing up exactly where you don’t want them—especially in gravel. That neat, low-maintenance surface can quickly turn into a …

Have you ever looked at your garden and thought, “Why does it feel so cramped?” You’re not alone. Many outdoor spaces suffer from common layout …

There’s something about Magnolia Plantation that stays with you. Maybe it’s the quiet stillness of the Spanish moss draped over ancient oaks, or the way …

It’s hard to miss the burst of orange weaving its way through parts of Boston lately. Nasturtium vines—once more common in backyard plots—are spilling over …