Butterflies are important pollinators. A butterfly garden has many benefits, including increasing the butterfly population. In this blog post - updated in June 2021, we walk through the benefits of a butterfly garden, how to create an ideal environment, and which plants will attract butterflies to your space.
Though your local garden centers typically offer a great selection of plants, starting seeds is a fun, cost-effective, and efficient way to get more blooms for your buck. This blog post offers an overview of how to get started with seeds in your garden.
Gardening became a mainstream hobby in 2020 for people of all ages. We sat down with PlantTAGG Founder & CEO Andrew Levi to talk about gardening, how it's evolved over the past year, and what we can expect in 2021. Read on to hear what he had to say.
Cold climates may cut back on some of the gardening opportunities found in warmer zones. However, there are still many varieties of flowers and vegetables to choose from if you live in a region with a shorter growing season. Cold-climate plants can brighten any wintery day. Keep reading to learn more about which flowers and vegetables do well and thrive in colder temps.
Potted plants are a great way to enrich your space. Planters make a perfect home for your indoor plants, but the plants may outgrow their original pots over time. When roots become too big, or your plant cannot get enough water in its current planter, it may be time for a change. This blog post explains how to spot problems quickly and know when it's time to repot or replenish your indoor plants.
Keeping weeds out of a flower garden is a necessary task. Of course, it makes the garden look cleaner and more beautiful. It also minimizes the competition for water and nutrients between the weeds and your plants. This blog post looks at seven ways to help keep weeds away.
One way to achieve gardening success is by building it into your daily or weekly routine. If you're new to gardening, doing so can be a bit daunting, particularly if you're growing many plants with varying needs. The good news is that there are ways to organize your gardening schedule and get the most from your experience. This article covers five strategies to build healthy and effective habits to help your gardens thrive.
If you're relatively new to gardening, it can be challenging to determine how much water your plants need. While watering is necessary to keep plants sufficiently hydrated, overwatering can harm them. Knowing how to identify, diagnose and avoid overwatering can help maintain optimal plant health.
Both raised beds and pot (or container) gardening can be great ways to enjoy gardening, and depending on your yard, you may try both. Planting directly in the ground may not be an option, especially when the soil is too heavy or sandy. If it’s not, raised beds and potted plants are great alternatives. In this post, we look at considerations that can help you decide which option is right for you.
Outdoor gardening is a fulfilling and rewarding activity. Of course, with temps approaching triple digits, your plants need extra love! So how can you garden safely in the summer heat? Keep reading this blog post to learn nine tips to keep summer gardening a fun and safe activity - despite the heat.
