Why You Should Plant Mums In The Spring, According To Our Professional Gardener
House Digest's Peg Aloi delves into the finer points of mums -- a plant that's often mistaken for a seasonal flower but has greater true potential.
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Stories By Peg Aloi
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The 10 Best Plants To Pass Along To Beginner Gardeners After Dividing Them In Spring
If your yard is overrun with perennials and you know a beginner gardener, gift them these 10 easy-to-care-for plants after dividing them in the spring. -
The Fragrant Herbs That Will Keep Aphids And Other Pests Off Of Your Citrus Trees
Citrus trees can provide you with colorful and delicious fruit unless pests get to the tree first. Luckily, there are herbs you can plant to protect your tree. -
The Blue-Flowering Companion Shrub You'll Want To Plant Near Joe Pye Weed
Joe Pye weed is a pollinator favorite. There is another plant you can grow alongside it that will make your garden irresistible to bees and butterflies. -
Our Professional Gardener Shares Bizarre Yet Excellent Old-School Fruit Tree Pruning Advice
Apple trees are an ancient, reliable crop that even the most amateur gardener can grow. Just keep this quirky trick in mind when pruning your plantings. -
Our Professional Gardener's Tips On What To Do If Your Shady Garden Suddenly Becomes Sunny
If you've recently had to cut down a large tree or shrub and plants that used to be in the shade and are now in the sun, follow one of these 9 tips. -
The Best Time Of Year To Sow Wildflower Seeds
Planting wildflower seeds seems like an easy way to grow an abundance of wildflowers -- and it generally is. But for best results, plant them at the ideal time. -
Try These Easy Tips For Propagating Delicious Rosemary Indoors
Filling up your herb garden with all your fragrant favorites can be expensive. Here are our tips for propagating your rosemary plants for free indoors. -
8 Easy-To-Grow Ground Cover Plants That Thrive Around Tree Roots
Ground cover plants look great, especially around the roots of trees. These shade-friendly examples are simple to grow and will add beauty to your yard. -
Can You Plant Tulips In The Spring? Our Professional Gardener Weighs In
If you forgot to plant your tulips in the fall, you may not be out of luck. Our expert gardener shares if you can plant in the spring and what to consider. -
The Delicate Blue Flowering Plant That Will Grow In Damp Soil
If your yard or garden tends to have damp soil, you may be looking for flowers and plants that can handle the wet. This blue flowering plant is one of them. -
13 Plants You Should Have In Your Garden To Naturally Enrich The Soil
Gardens with poor soil don't need complicated or expensive products to improve their quality. Instead, enrich your soil naturally with these plants. -
Can You Plant Peonies In The Spring? Our Professional Gardener Weighs In
Peonies are a stunning perennial flower that can make gardens brighter year after year, but should you actually be planting them in the springtime? -
Our Professional Gardener Gives 8 Reasons Your Lilacs Aren't Blooming Like They Used To, And What To Do About It
If your lilacs are struggling to bloom, there could be a number of factors involved. Our professional gardener has the scoop on causes and remedies. -
TikTok Shares A Genius Tip For Pruning Fruit Trees To Ensure A Bountiful Harvest
Keeping track of what to look out for when pruning your fruit trees can be difficult, but one TikTok user has introduced a mnemonic device to help you remember. -
17 New Vegetable Varieties Our Professional Gardener Is Excited To Try In Her Garden
'Tis the season for vegetable gardening, and these new or heirloom varieties are better than ever. Here's what our expert gardener wants to plant this year. -
Our Professional Gardener Says To Plant These Colorful Vegetables In Your Garden For A Visual Feast
If you want to grow some unique vegetables to add more color into your garden, discover 13 vibrant veggies you could cultivate and harvest to eat. -
What Are Heirloom Vegetables And Why Should Gardeners Want To Grow Them?
Many of us have probably heard of vegetable heirlooms, or even tried them for ourselves -- here's what they are and why gardeners should want to grow them. -
Tasty, Cold-Hardy Vegetables To Plant In Your Garden In Spring
If you want to get a head start on your garden, there are some vegetables that can be planted earlier than others. Here are some of the best cold-hardy options. -
Why Some People Are Dead-Set Against Painting Their Home's Interior Green
While green is a popular color, some people avoid painting their walls with it because of a historical-based superstition about green walls being bad luck. -
Are Dried Out Bulbs Still Worth Planting? Our Professional Gardener Weighs In
HouseDigest's gardening expert Peg Aloi doesn't recommend immediately throwing out dried bulbs, although that depends on a few factors. -
Our Professional Gardener On Why Your Peonies Aren't Blooming Properly, And What To Do
If your peonies aren't blooming or have much smaller flowers than normal, discover some of the possible reasons for this issue and how to fix them. -
10 Mediterranean Herbs You Can Grow In Containers, According To Our Professional Gardener
Peg Aloi offers an experienced take on the best conditions in which to grow your own Mediterranean herbs, and what to expect from each variety. -
Our Expert Gardener Recommends 10 Heirloom Lettuce Varieties, Perfect For A Delightful Summer Harvest
If you want to try planting some unique lettuce varieties, discover the 10 heirloom types our expert gardener recommends adding to your backyard garden. -
Our Professional Gardener Tells Us The Best Spring-Flowering Bulbs To Plant Near Your Hostas
Blooming in a vibrant array of colors, discover the perfect spring-flowering bulbs to complement your hostas with expert advice from our seasoned gardener. -
What Is A Micro-Orchard, And Why Is It A Good Approach To Growing Fruit, According To Our Expert Orchardist
Micro-orchards are a popular choice for those with small yards, or even those living in urban spaces, and they are a great way to grow fruit. Learn more. -
Our Expert Gardener Tells Us 10 Delicious Heirloom Tomato Varieties To Harvest This Summer
If you're a fan of tomatoes, you'll want to take a look at this list of 10 heirloom tomato varieties that you can plant for harvest this summer.
