Compost piles are excellent for backyard gardeners who want to save money on soil amendments or upcycle excess waste. Turning piles speeds up decomposition, lets microbes breathe, and keeps rotting smells at bay. Join longtime composter Jerad Bryant and discover seven easy ways to turn your compost piles.
Washington wildflowers provide floral beauty while feeding pollinators, birds, and mammals. They’re perfect substitutes for weak, nonnative ornamentals that struggle during cold winters or dry summers. Discover the best ones for your backyard ecosystem alongside native plant gardener Jerad Bryant.
One rose is never enough, although it is enough to make more roses! Propagate new shrubs from old ones through seeds, cuttings, layering, or division. Join native plant gardener Jerad Bryant in turning one rose into many.
What is biodiversity? It’s a big term that measures how many animal and plant species are thriving in an area. Plant native plants, and you increase native animal populations. Learn which species are our favorites for each region alongside native plant gardener Jerad Bryant.
Is your hot compost pile feeling cold? Or does it feel too hot? No matter which end of the spectrum your pile is on, there are easy ways to correct its temperature. Join backyard gardener Jerad Bryant in learning exactly how hot our piles should be.
Hydrangeas pop open their flower buds in late summer, revealing clusters of bright blossoms. They come in many colors, like blue, pink, red, white, and purple. When growing them for the first time, you’ll want the best care tips to guarantee bodacious blooms. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant as we ensure your shrubs sprout blooms proliferously!
Mycorrhizal fungi seem like a complicated group of organisms. The truth is they’re one of the smartest! They’re also incredibly beneficial for your soil. Learn what they are and what they can do for your garden with native plant gardener Jerad Bryant.
Compost typically decomposes from a month to a year, but you can make your own in as little as a week! How fast it decomposes depends on your garden conditions. Let’s break down your dirt with native plant gardener Jerad Bryant.
Are you looking for historical plant varieties to stuff into your garden? Look no further than these 27 best heirlooms you can grow from seed. Join native plant gardener Jerad Bryant and leaf through these perennials, herbs, and wildflowers that start easily from seeds.
Understanding soil drainage terms helps you select the right plants for the right locations. Many species prefer well-drained soil, but what is it exactly? We’ll cover how to assess your garden soil’s drainage so you can confidently garden, worry-free. Explore how to know your soil better alongside native plant gardener Jerad Bryant.
Hybrid peppers combine the genetics of two different varieties into one. Plant breeders use this process to make new varieties like mild jalapeños or spicy bell peppers. Like them, you too can make hybrid peppers! Follow these 11 easy steps from avid pepper grower Jerad Bryant to create new, unique hybrids.
Heirloom plants are special varieties with long histories. Their popularity helps them stick around, as gardeners grow them and save their seeds. Partake in their history and start some seeds yourself! Discover the 29 most beautiful heirloom flowers for your landscape alongside avid gardener Jerad Bryant.