Dima Berlin / Getty Images Key Points Crowded plants encourage pests and diseases to spread easily. Group plants with similar needs to simplify watering and maintenance. Boost airflow, use vertical space, and rotate plants for healthier growth. An artful arrangement of houseplants can create a lush, jungle-like vibe in just about any space. But the…
Helin Loik-Tomson / Getty Images Key Takeaways One of the best ways to protect plants from frost damage is to water them deeply before the first frost hits. Plants, trees, and shrubs may continue to need supplemental water until the ground freezes over. Season extension products, tree guards, fencing, and repellant sprays can also protect…
Getty / Catherine Falls Commercial Key Points You can grow pineapples indoors by starting with a ripe fruit top and giving it warm, sunny conditions to root. Use a well-draining pot and slightly acidic soil, and water only when the top third of the mix has dried out. Keep temperatures above 68 degrees Fahrenheit and…
Last night’s frost warning for parts of the Harrisburg region remind that the 2025 growing season is winding down as we approach the point where an overnight freeze turns the tomato plants, annual flowers, and other tender plants to mush. That drop-dead date varies from year to year, not to mention from area to area….
Moss gardening is on the rise this October, as damp weather provides an ideal environment and gardeners increasingly adopt sustainable options. That growth is moving moss from shaded corners to living rooms and wellness routines, valued for its simplicity and low upkeep. This year, gardeners are turning a simple groundcover into a symbol of eco-friendly…
Image Source: 123rf.com The very word “frost” can make gardeners shiver—both literally and figuratively. Visions of wilted tomato plants, blackened basil leaves, and ruined harvests come to mind. But here’s the twist: frost isn’t always the big bad wolf of the gardening world. In fact, when understood and harnessed, frost can actually be your garden’s…
There is a secret role of dew in autumn gardening. If you’ve ever stepped into your garden on a crisp autumn morning, you’ve probably noticed that magical shimmer of dew blanketing leaves, grass, and flowers. At first glance, it feels like nothing more than a pretty sparkle—the kind of scene that belongs on a postcard….
8 Expert Gardening Tips to Try This Fall Maksym Belchenko Want to give your spring garden a head start without a ton of extra work? Caroline Ervin, landscape designer at Caroline Ervin Landscape Design and owner of The Georgetown Garden Shop, says fall is the perfect time. “A little extra work in the fall garden…
