by Nicole Forbes, Master Horticulturalist & Garden Educator, Becky Staneruck | Mar 24, 2026 | Habitat Gardening, Spring Gardening, Summer Gardening
Most people picture a buzzing hive when they think of bees. But some of the hardest-working pollinators in your garden are loners—and they’re quietly doing extraordinary things. Solitary bees don’t make honey, don’t swarm, and rarely sting, plus they...
by Becky Staneruck | Dec 23, 2025 | Indoor Plants
Propagating plants lets you grow new plants from existing ones—a rewarding way to expand your indoor garden and preserve your favorite varieties. The science behind successful propagation comes down to totipotency: a plant cell’s innate ability to develop into a full...
by Becky Staneruck | Jul 28, 2025 | Landscaping
From small-space bubblers and fountains to large-scale ponds, streams, and waterfalls, custom water features can become the focal point of any yard. Along with being visually appealing, water features add a sense of tranquility to outdoor spaces—they create movement...
by Nicole Forbes, Master Horticulturalist & Garden Educator, Becky Staneruck | Mar 22, 2025 | Gardening
Fertilizer is an essential tool for keeping plants healthy and thriving. Just like humans need a balanced diet, plants require key nutrients to grow strong, produce vibrant blooms, and develop robust root systems. With so many options available, choosing the right...
by Becky Staneruck | Mar 9, 2025 | Landscaping
Shade gardens with afternoon sun experience the challenge of intense light for a small period of time which is insufficient for most sun plants but can burn many traditional shade plants. Designing a Garden for Shade With Afternoon Sun Landscapes that are set in shade...
