August is a month of both tending and planning. While the heat lingers, the days are slowly shortening, and that opens the door to fall planting and cool-season crops. Whether you're harvesting veggies, refreshing your containers, or prepping your landscape for fall color, there’s plenty to do...
Gardeners need dormancy, too. January chores are all about planning, scheduling, dreaming, and resting for the season. Stoke the fire. It's winter in the garden. (And when you've had enough relaxing, don't forget your indoor plants... And start dreaming about what you want your outdoor space ...
Pruning, mulching, bed prep, and early season veggie crops are all on your list of to-dos for February. This is preparation time for a bountiful spring!
May is a busy month in the garden with all kinds of essential activities that include mulching and weeding, but who can complain when spring is finally here?
June's chores get summer’s garden rolling. This month, we start the garden season in earnest, and the first goals to achieve are pruning and deadheading, followed quickly by weeding and watering... But just look at those glorious blooms!
Between sizzling summer days, drenching thunderstorms, and an ever-changing dance of pests, pollinators, and perennials, your July garden is full of both challenges and opportunities. Here are eight activities for your to-do list!
It's October. Time to wrap up summer growth and start the winterizing process as you put the garden to bed. But don't forget to plant those spring bulbs! Discover all you need to do to prepare your garden for what's coming.
The leaves are here! Rake 'em, shred 'em, mulch 'em, and compost 'em. They're—ahem—garden gold. See what else you should be doing in November to care for your lawn and garden.
It's December, a transition month in the garden and outdoor areas, but there are still a few key things we can do to tuck everything in, check off the last to-dos, and make the most of the resources already lying around the yard.
Discover the beauty and versatility of conifers, from colorful dwarf varieties and container plants to striking specimens and privacy screens for WNC gardens.
Why plant fruit trees in the fall? Well, when most people imagine planting fruit trees, they picture a sunny spring day, but fall often offers even better conditions, especially here in zones 7a and 7b. The combination of warm soil, cooler air, and consistent rainfall creates an ideal ...
This time of year is absolutely packed with garden chores, but fall lawn care should be at the top of your list. Get all the info you need about reseeding vs. weeding, soil prep, fertilizing, proper watering schedules, raking, and more!
