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Companion Planting

Discover how companion planting with tomatoes and vegetables can attract beneficial pollinators and predators for a healthier garden.

Wild Bergamot

Discover how to cultivate wild bergamot from seed. Learn about sowing, growing, and attracting pollinators with this drought-tolerant prairie perennial.

Lance-Leaved Figwort

Prized in native gardens and restoration projects, discover the real value and beauty of Lance-Leaved Figwort to attract bees, butterflies, and birds like the Ruby-throated Hummingbird!

Understanding Soil

Explore the five soil layers and how they impact plant growth. Discover the importance of soil composition for healthy plants.

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Gardening In Small Spaces

Discover how to optimize your small garden space with layers of plants and create stunning color combinations for year-round blooming.

Favorite Easy-To-Grow Wildflower Combinations

Discover the best wildflower combinations like Zinnias and Cosmos for long-lasting blooms and attract bees, butterflies, and beneficial bugs to your garden. Easy to grow and perfect for colorful solutions in any space!

Grow a Garden Full of Memories

Celebrate loved ones and honor ancestors by choosing specific plants that hold special meaning. Grow a garden full of cherished memories in your own backyard!

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Making a Difference, One Bird at a Time

I enjoy every bird as it is taken out of the bag. It feels a little bit like Christmas each time the bander, professionally takes a bird out for processing. We revel in the beauty of an American Redstart or the grand beak of a Northern Flicker.

Organizing My Seeds

Organize your seeds for winter and get ready for the next growing season- use a Christmas container to store your seed catalogues and packages for convenient access when you need them. Let the too-many cats help you clean off the top two shelves of the plant compound and get ready for the dirt.

Foamflower Shows Well in Groups

Welcome wildlife to your garden with Foamflower! A great addition, this plant has green lobed leaves that turn deep purple in falls and produces masses of lightly-scented white star-shaped flowers. Deer resistant, easy maintenance and care – perfect for summer gardens!

Zigzag Goldenrod Attracts Pollinators

Learn about the unique features and benefits of Zigzag Goldenrod (Solidago flexicaulis), a stunning perennial that attracts pollinators and adds vibrant fall color to your garden.

When to Start Seeds

Discover the best timing for starting seeds and ensure successful plant growth. Learn the factors to consider and get expert tips for a thriving garden.

Veggie Bites – Peonies

Peonies are very particular about their depth of planting. If you cover up the base of the peonies with soil, you will not get blooms.

How To Grow Calla Lily

Calla lily plant care is rather easy. Also known as trumpet lilies, they are grown for waxy white flowers that twist and curl gracefully.

Benefits of Container Gardening

Create your own gorgeous arrangements with minimal effort with container gardening! Learn how you can get started, what you need and the benefits it can bring. See our guide on how to get growing today.

Gooseberry Jelly

I decided to make gooseberry jelly instead of jam as it takes less preparation time. Last year’s gooseberry gin was delicious as well.