Ashley Gilbert

The German Empress, or Disocactus phyllanthoides, is one of those plants that turns heads when it’s in bloom. With its bright, exotic-looking flowers and draping …

Celery isn’t the flashiest thing in the garden, but it’s one of those kitchen staples that always seems to run out right when you need …

Square and rectangular beds get the job done, but there’s something about a round garden bed that feels more inviting. It softens the layout of …

Plantain herb isn’t the same as the starchy banana lookalike you find in the produce aisle. This plant, often seen as a weed, has been …

Most of us toss citrus peels straight into the trash or compost without a second thought. They’re sticky, a little messy, and seem like the …

Pineberries might look like pale, backward strawberries, but their flavor is a whole different story—sweet, slightly tart, with a subtle hint of pineapple. These unique …

White clover might not be the flashiest plant in your yard, but it’s quietly doing a lot more than most people realize. Tucked between blades …

Bull thistle doesn’t exactly have a warm and fuzzy reputation. With its spiny leaves and towering, prickly stems, it’s often seen as something to yank …

If you’ve never heard of cucamelons, you’re in for a treat. These grape-sized fruits look like mini watermelons but have a refreshing taste that’s somewhere …

May brings a unique blend of cool mornings and warm afternoons, creating the kind of microclimate that certain plants absolutely love. This temperature balance encourages …