2023 READER CONTAINER CHALLENGE

This is the time of year that containers are top of mind for every gardener. Half the fun of planting them is trying out new combinations or swapping plants out for new looks each season.

WHICH SUMMER BLOOMS ARE RIGHT FOR YOU?

THIS or THAT: HOLLYHOCK VS. ROSE OF SHARON

The Secrets to Stunning Hayrack Planters

If you've always dreamed of a beautiful hayrack planter dripping with flowers under your window but weren't sure how to execute it, Tera Boaeuf of Tera's Gardens in Colorado can help. She has the secrets to planting and maintaining hayracks and is willing to share them with us!

Spring into Summer with Easy-Care Combos

There's a time between the cool-season spring bulbs and heat-loving summer in garden: The temperature is warm but not hot, there's been enough rain but it's not muddy, and you're still ahead of the weeds. The three plantings here hit their peak at that sweet spot between spring and summer.

13 Reasons to Get the Blues

Blue is such a versatile garden color: For example, dark blues tend to recede into the background, adding the illusion of space in a small garden.

PEPPERS

TRY THESE TIPS FOR A BUMPER CROP THIS YEAR!

Sherri Ribbey

Keep your shade garden colorful with this long-blooming perennial.

Asiatic Lilies

These blooms bring bodacious color to your borders.