Ashley Gilbert

Lemongrass might not be the first plant that comes to mind when you’re thinking about what to grow in pots, but it’s surprisingly practical—and not …

Summer has a way of drawing everyone outside, and it’s usually around this time that you start noticing what your backyard is missing—or what could …

It doesn’t take much for a backyard to start feeling cluttered—garden tools, outdoor cushions, bags of soil, and random odds and ends tend to pile …

It’s easy to assume that anything labeled “pollinator-friendly” is a guaranteed hit with bees, but that’s not always the case. Some popular garden center picks …

Hanging baskets are usually packed with flowers, but there’s no rule saying they have to be. If you’re short on space or just want something …

Hydrangeas get a lot of love—and when they bloom well, they absolutely deserve it. But if you’ve ever had a summer where they barely showed …

There’s something about sunflowers that just works—they’re cheerful, unapologetically bold, and somehow manage to make a space feel a little more alive. If you find …

Gardening in the summer can feel like a guessing game, especially when your yard doesn’t get full sun all day. If you’ve got trees, fences, …

Nasturtiums are beloved for their vivid color, peppery flavor, and effortless charm — but they’re just the beginning when it comes to beautiful, edible blooms. …

Some plants may be beautiful in the garden, but they become a daily nuisance when planted near walkways. Overgrown foliage, thorns, messy blooms, or slippery …