Don’t Fight Poor Soil—16 Plants That Thrive In It
Poor soil can feel like a gardener’s worst enemy, but it doesn’t have to be. Instead of struggling to fix every inch, why not choose …
Poor soil can feel like a gardener’s worst enemy, but it doesn’t have to be. Instead of struggling to fix every inch, why not choose …
Rain can transform a garden, but some plants respond with a special kind of magic. Certain shrubs and herbs not only stay vibrant and green …
Some herbs are generous by nature—cut them once, and they’ll grow right back. Even better, a few of these self-regrowing herbs actually develop deeper, richer …
I used to trim everything for neatness—low, tidy, controlled. Then one season, I let the garden grow taller. The change wasn’t just visual; it was …
Keeping flowers blooming through dry spells can feel like a constant battle—but it doesn’t have to be. Some flowers are not only naturally drought-tolerant, they …
Busy schedules and unpredictable weather can make watering a challenge, especially for balcony gardeners. Luckily, some plants come equipped with smart adaptations that allow them …
Mulch is practical—but living ground covers are beautiful and practical. Instead of hauling bags of bark or chips, you can plant ground covers that suppress …
Not all pollinators are created equal. While bees are essential to many gardens, sometimes you want to attract butterflies without inviting a buzzing crowd. Certain …
I thought I was just making compost—turns out, I was planting a surprise. One warm morning, I noticed something unusual: my compost pile had come …
At some point, pulling weeds stopped feeling right. I began to notice their shapes, how they grew, what they signaled about the soil. Instead of …