April in the Ornamental Garden
April is prime planting season in the mid-Atlantic and a glorious time to celebrate new life in the ornamental garden.
Pat Chadwick
March in the Ornamental Garden
At last, spring has arrived! But don’t be too eager to start working in the ornamental garden just yet.
February in the Ornamental Garden
Ready, Set, Spring!
Herbs That Taste and Smell Like Lemon
Lemony-tasting herbs add a vibrant, citrusy note to many of our foods, both sweet and savory.
Plants with Prickly Personalities
Many plant species worldwide are armed with thorns, spines, prickles, and other hazardous outgrowths. But why?
Strawberry Basics for the Home Garden
Growing strawberries in the home garden is both an easy and practical way to enjoy America’s favorite small fruit.
The Ornamental Garden in June
The June To-Do List
April Tasks in the Ornamental Garden
Let the gardening mania begin!
How to Grow, Harvest, and Preserve Culinary Herbs
Growing and preserving your own herbs is an easy, economical way to enjoy their fresh flavors and aromas throughout the year.
Guidelines for Dividing Perennials
Learning how to divide herbaceous perennials is an easy and useful skill for the home gardener to master.