You can absolutely grow deciduous shrubs in the West North Central states — but you have to pick the right ones. I’ve spent years gardening in this re...

If you're a left-handed gardener, you've probably felt the frustration of using tools that just don't feel right — and you're not alone. I've been the...

If you're wondering whether bearded iris is as easy to grow as people say — the answer is a resounding yes. I've been growing these perennials for yea...

You might think cherry leaf roll only targets cherry trees, but I've seen this virus hit everything from walnuts to rhubarb — it's a hidden threat tha...

Your April to-do list for the garden depends on where you live — and I've got the region-by-region breakdown to help you get started. I know how confu...

Creating a chaparral garden design might feel intimidating at first — I know I thought it was all about throwing in some dry-looking bushes and hoping...

You're probably wondering: what are the most common southern snake varieties you might actually encounter in your yard or on a hike? The answer is sur...

Growing vines in the South is one of the most rewarding things you can do in your garden, and I'm here to tell you that it's easier than you think. Th...

You want to know how to identify a garden snake and tell it apart from a venomous species, right? I'll give you the short answer upfront: look for the...

Yes, you can absolutely grow shade tolerant fragrant flowers — but you need to pick the right plants for your specific light conditions. I've made the...