Hello, Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners! It has definitely turned into a hot summer. However, we have plenty of moisture ...

Hello, Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners! It has definitely turned into a hot summer. However, we have plenty of moisture this year, compared to last year’s drought. Speaking of hot and dry, the ...

Sedums make a superb addition to garden borders. They love the sun and can also tolerate drought, which is why they are great ...

If patience isn't your strong suit, you can still grow coneflowers from seed, just opt for Rudbeckia hirta which often flowers in its first season, despite being a perennial. Read more: 25 Flower Bed ...

Do you want to bring more butterflies to your yard? Consider planting sea holly with stunning blooms that pollinators love.

To fully master the art of filling your garden with beautiful butterflies, pair sea holly with other nectar-rich favorites like dill (Anethum graveolens), black-eyed Susans (Rudbeckia hirta), and ...

Across backyards, parks and public spaces, more people are replacing exotic ornamentals with native plants — and pairing them ...

In 2025, gardens are undergoing a quiet revolution. Across backyards, parks and public spaces, more people are replacing exotic ornamentals with native plants — and pairing them strategically using ...

In summer and fall, purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta), a nd goldenrod (Solidago spp.) produce seed heads that goldfinches and sparrows adore. Wild bergamot ...