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How to Create a Floral Arrangement
This time of year, flowers are on our minds. Creating your own floral arrangements is a great way to save a little money and flex your creativity – not to mention it’s a thoughtful and personal gift for your Valentine. Learn the basics of floral design to use now or this summer with flowers from your own garden.
All About Hoyas
Whether you call them wax plant, wax flower, porcelain flower, or simply hoya, these flowering houseplants are tough and easy to grow. Learn about different types, care, propagation, and what to do if the sweetly fragrant flowers on your hoya are just not showing up.
Day of Insects 2026: A Must-Attend for the Insect-Curious
The 18th Annual Day of Insects (DOI) is a day filled with presentations from professionals, academics, advocates, and enthusiasts covering a range of insect-related topics. From beginners to seasoned veterans, DOI has something for anyone interested in or involved with insects. Registration is now open.
Your Complete Guide to Pruning Trees and Shrubs
Right now, and for the rest of the dormant season, is the best time to prune nearly all of your trees and shrubs. Learn all the details from tools to tips to making the best pruning cut.
Managing Garden Soil
Creating and maintaining good soil is essential to successful plant growth. Whether you are growing vegetables or flowers, now is a great time to get your plan in place to improve your soil (and your garden!). Learn about organic matter, fertilizers, tilling, soil pH, and more.
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Early Spring Blooming Perennials
Several perennials that bloom in early spring are often forgotten about among flowers like crocuses and daffodils. Learn how pig squeak, heartleaf brunnera, Lenten rose, candytuft, crested iris, Virginia bluebells, moss phlox, lungwort or Bethlehem sage, pasque flower, and bloodroot could enhance your garden.
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Garden Variety Podcast
Whether you're a master gardener, just getting started or somewhere in between — there's always something new to learn in your garden.