Keep up-to-date on gardening topics. 

Learn more about what is blooming around Iowa, what are some common gardening questions, frequent pests for the week, and timely tasks for the garden and landscape.

Vegetable gardens are not always known to be the most attractive garden spaces, but this doesn’t mean they can’t be. Get tips on how to create a vegetable garden pretty enough to be in the front yard!

As winter fades and spring arrives, several things can be done to prepare trees and shrubs for the upcoming growing season.

Botanical or scientific names can seem confusing, but they actually eliminate confusion by providing a universal way to refer to plants. Learn about all the components that make up a scientific name and how to write one appropriately.

Lenten roses, or Hellebores, bloom early with nodding, colorful flowers, and evergreen foliage. They thrive in partial to full shade, prefer well-drained soil, and resist deer and rabbit damage. Numerous cultivars offer diverse colors and make them a cherished addition to landscapes.

Monitoring and keeping track of your garden will help you detect small irregularities before they become major. Explore the ways a plant disease diagnostician recommends keeping records of your garden.