Melinda Myers

Boost the bee and pollinator appeal of your lawn by incorporating microclover, self-heal, creeping thyme, crocus, grape hyacinths and other bee-friendly flowering plants in your...

The recent heat wave that swept across much of the country is a good reminder to take extra care of our plants and ourselves as...

Sunflowers are one of those happy plants many gardeners can’t resist planting.  Kids love to watch the plants reach for the sky and everyone enjoys...

Nothing beats the flavor of fresh-from-the-garden tomatoes. Keep them close at hand by growing one or more in containers on your patio, balcony, or front...

Those shady spots in the landscape can make it challenging to grow a beautiful garden. Fortunately, there are more plants than you may think that...

Trees provide many benefits to the environment and our health and well-being. These long-lived members of our landscapes and communities provide shade, help reduce energy...

Whether you are a young or young-at-heart gardener, include some strategies to help extend your enjoyment and reduce fatigue and muscle strain...

support monarch butterflies, hummingbirds and bees while adding color, fragrance, and beauty to your landscape...