Say goodbye to the lawn and welcome these grass alternatives you can walk on! Walkable plants often need less water and maintenance than grasses. They create sustainable lawns that are just as appealing, if not more, than grass ones. Former landscaper Jerad Bryant shares 13 of the best alternatives to try.
April is prime time for pruning! Which plants to cut depends on your growing zone and how warm the climate is. Some are early emergers, while others break buds in late spring. Native plant gardener Jerad Bryant shares 15 best plants to tackle this month.
Iris borers are the larvae of a brown moth. They look like mini caterpillars that tunnel into iris leaves and rhizomes. The damage they cause is significant, which is why control is crucial. Get rid of pesky iris borers with these seven easy steps from seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
Don’t throw old potting soil away! It has many uses in the garden, from amending old beds to filling empty containers. You can refresh old mixes with these seven simple tricks from backyard gardener Jerad Bryant.
Gladiolus bulbs are perfect for gardens with short growing seasons! Plant them in spring for midsummer blooms. With proper preparation and succession planting, you’ll cultivate healthy, gorgeous blooms all summer. Join backyard gardener Jerad Bryant in getting your gladioli in the ground with these seven tips.
Whether digging up dahlia tubers in the fall or pulling them out of storage in the spring, you never want to find them shriveled, dry, or shrunken. Learn what causes these symptoms to better prevent them in the future. Seasoned grower Jerad Bryant shares the seven most common causes of dry and shriveled dahlias.
The best plants for pollinators are native species! Honey bees aren’t the only pollinators around—there are hoverflies, specialist bees, and butterflies to consider. Native plant gardener Jerad Bryant shares 21 plants that help your local pollinators with nectar, pollen, and habitat space.
Yellow and brown daffodil leaves are normal if they change color after the blooms fade in late spring or early summer. If they turn yellow at any other time, they may be indicators of pests, diseases, or adverse growing conditions. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant in discovering what daffodils need to grow their best.
Lavenders adorn herb gardens with brilliant violet flowers and sweet aromas. In winter, the shrubs may look tired, gray, and dead! They dislike cold, wet, and cloudy conditions. Learn to tell if they’re dead or dormant alongside backyard gardener Jerad Bryant.
Spinach is a supreme leafy green; its leaves are tender, nutritious, and slightly crunchy. Though they’re excellent to eat, they’re challenging to grow under the summer heat. Consider cultivating one of these nine heat-tolerant alternatives from seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
These hacks help you harvest the most potatoes possible! They’ll guide you to your biggest yields whether you garden in raised beds, containers, or on acres of farmland. Discover these nine potato-growing tips from Epic Gardening founder Kevin Espiritu and potato farmer Tyler Heppell.
Helping hummers is easier than you’d expect! These fast-flying birds love sugar-rich nectar, and providing plenty in your garden will help them thrive in the wild. Native plant gardener Jerad Bryant shares how you can set up a hummingbird garden in seven easy steps.