Ashley Gilbert

Some vegetables just don’t get along, while others make great neighbors. If you’ve ever had a strangely stunted pepper plant or a tomato that never …

There’s something especially satisfying about stepping outside on a hot day and picking your own salad greens, still crisp from the morning dew. But not …

Thinking about adding chickens to your backyard? It’s an exciting idea that comes with a lot of rewards—and a few important things to keep in …

Soil pH isn’t exactly the most exciting part of gardening, until your plants start struggling and you’re not sure why. That’s when the numbers start …

Growing herbs indoors seems like a simple enough idea, stick a pot on the windowsill and wait for the magic to happen. And sometimes, it …

It’s easy to feel a little impatient when your garden looks more soil than color—especially in early spring or after a big cleanup. Waiting weeks …

Lettuce might not get as much attention as flashier vegetables, but it definitely pulls its weight when it comes to nutrition—if you know what to …

You might be surprised to learn that some of the most common weeds growing in your backyard are actually powerful medicinal plants. These often-overlooked greens …

In the garden, not all insects are created equal. Some are helpful allies that keep harmful pests in check, while others can cause real damage …

Gardening is full of satisfying moments, watching seedlings sprout, flowers bloom, or vegetables ripen. Still, it’s not all sunshine and butterflies. Some chores just come …

Some vegetables don’t know when to stop. You plant one or two, and before long, they’ve crept into every corner, wrapped around your other crops, …

Small gardens can be incredibly rewarding, but they don’t leave much room for trial and error. Every plant has to earn its spot and some …

There’s something comforting about a garden that feels like it’s been there forever soft edges, tangled blooms, and flowers that seem to bloom where they …

Some flowers seem to fold the moment the sun turns up the heat. But others? They thrive in it, soaking up every drop of sunshine …

Sometimes you just want quick results, flowers that go from seed or seedling to full-on color in what feels like no time at all. Annuals …

Some flowers ask for constant attention, deadheading, watering, pruning, feeding, like divas that need their every whim catered to. Others are content to quietly do …

There’s something deeply satisfying about walking into your garden and being greeted by flowers that just keep going. Not for a week, not for a …

There’s a reason roses have been called the queen of the garden for centuries—but not all roses are created equal. While some varieties bloom briefly …

Starting flowers from seed can feel a little intimidating at first, tiny packets, unfamiliar names, and the patience it takes to wait for those first …

Picking flower colors can feel oddly personal, some combos just click, while others feel like they’re arguing with each other. And with so many blooms …

Some flowers just have that storybook quality, soft petals, dreamy colors, and an almost unreal elegance that makes you stop and stare. They’re the kind …

Some plants just know how to take care of themselves and wildflowers are often at the top of that list. They’re the ones you spot …

Most flowers save their drama for daylight, but some of the real showstoppers come alive after sunset. As evening settles in and the air cools, …

Some vegetables seem to come with a sign that says “Pests welcome!” No matter how carefully you tend your garden, certain crops just seem to …

Soil health is the foundation of any successful garden, but some plants can quietly undermine all your efforts by pulling too many nutrients too fast. …

Plant trends are fun to follow, until you realize one of them quietly took over your space, required more attention than you ever expected, or …

Some flowers look like the perfect addition to a garden full of color, easy to grow, and blooming for weeks. But looks can be deceiving. …

By the time July rolls around, the garden’s rhythm starts to shift. Some plants are in full bloom, others are slowing down, and the heat …

It’s easy to forget that the air inside our homes isn’t always as fresh as we’d like to think. Between cooking, cleaning products, and the …

No matter how carefully a garden is planned, there always seems to be a bare spot that needs a little something, especially once the heat …