Charlyne Mattox

You’ll be surprised how often you get asked for the recipes.

Many of these ideas come together in a matter of minutes.

Your guide to companion planting, keeping your vegetable garden thriving while you’re on vacation, a clever small-space potato-growing hack, and more.

Enjoy these delicate pollinators in your garden with three seasons of blooming flowers!

A vegetable gardening expert shares the most important steps to take before leaving town, from watering to harvesting and pest prevention.

These nutrient-rich clippings can improve your lawn and feed your garden.

From fairy-tale climbing roses to sweeping meadow gardens, let English-inspired ideas take root in your own backyard—or community garden!

Don't want to (or can't) build a fence? These trees will quickly create the privacy you crave.

Give those pots and pans (and trays and mugs!) a new life outside the kitchen cabinet.

They can really take the heat.

Birmingham, AL–based horticulturist and garden designer Molly Hendry explains why English-inspired meadow gardens are captivating gardeners and how to make the naturalistic style work in your region.

The healthiest summer lawns aren’t mowed every Saturday. Here’s what lawn experts recommend instead.

Get the whole family involved in making homemade gifts Dad will treasure.

These fragrant herbs could make your garden less inviting to aphids—and they're useful in the kitchen, too.

From foolproof planting tips to “bulb lasagnas” and colorful new blooms, these container ideas will help turn even the smallest patio into a lush summer oasis.

Prep for sunshine and warm weather galore with these equally bright DIY home projects.

Before you spend money on a squirrel-proof feeder, experts say one simple placement rule can make all the difference.

It’s corn season, after all.

Transform that set that’s been sitting in the garage into decor for your house.

From the joy of morning birdsong to nesting-season tips and keeping feeders clean and safe, this edition is for the birds!

Bright, bold, and beautiful, a pink flowering tree will make springtime sing.

These quick-and-easy recipes help you save money on groceries without sacrificing flavor.

Turn inexpensive bandanas into summery DIYs, including lanterns, tote bags, chair cushions, flowerpots, and more.

Busy hands are happy hands, even during the summer.

Fresh raspberries and lemon juice shake up with vodka for a vibrant, fruit-forward sour that’s equal parts refreshing and punchy.

The right food, water, and habitat can keep robins coming back year-round.

Carmen Johnston shares her tips and tricks for creating a perfect potted container.

Mosquito buckets target mosquitoes before they hatch—without harming bees, butterflies, or other pollinators.

Sweet and savory with a little heat—what more could you want in a summer side dish?

A nearly thornless climbing rose that survived Hurricane Katrina has become one of the easiest—and most spectacular—roses for home gardeners to grow.

Campari and sweet vermouth meet crisp lager.

Rediscover the joy of grandma’s garden, learn the 3-5-8 flower-arranging rule, and get inspired to start a cutting garden.

Give a nod to the red, white, and blue with these fun craft and decor ideas.

Celebrate your recent grad with a cake as sweet as tossing that commencement cap high in the air!

Water is expensive, so fill your yard with these drought-tolerant plants that thrive with very little of it.

Tour charming potting sheds, discover new 2026 plant varieties, and get expert early-season gardening tips.

Fast-growing flowering shrubs can quickly add privacy, lush landscaping, colorful blooms, and major curb appeal—often in just a season or two.

Celebrate the season with quick and easy door decor.

As the school year wraps up, root through your own miscellany of memorabilia with this roster of cheerfully repurposed ideas.

A dull mower blade can tear grass, cause brown tips, and stress your lawn before summer even starts—here’s why experts say sharpening it now matters.

Sweet Tea-Brined Fried Chicken and Root Beer Baked Beans are just the beginning.

Before you try to rescue a baby bird, an expert explains how to tell when a nestling or fledgling truly needs help—and how to safely protect nesting birds this season.

If you want a shrub that looks good in every season without a lot of effort, oakleaf hydrangea is a smart pick.

These simple mowing tips will help you get greener, healthier grass with less effort.

Follow these steps and you’ll look like a pro.

These 7 easy purple flowers are perfect to plant now for vibrant color, fragrance, and pollinator-friendly blooms all summer long.

Find DIY gift ideas for Mom that let your creative spirits shine.

Don’t fret, we have solutions.

We get it, we waited until the last minute, too.

Now is the time to cook with flavorful asparagus.

A few tweaks can mean the difference between an empty feeder and a yard full of hummingbirds.

This simple 2-ingredient nectar is all you need to attract more hummingbirds safely.

If you already feel overwhelmed, don’t worry; tip #1 is to start small.

Want more of these bright red birds in your yard? The secret is simple—offer the foods cardinals love, and they’ll keep coming back.

Create a butterfly-friendly garden with the right plants, shelter, and seasonal timing—while avoiding common mistakes that keep them away.

It’s an easy way to save water at home—and keep your garden thriving during a drought.

Lettuce is one of the easiest crops to grow, and with a few simple tricks, you can enjoy fresh, flavorful greens for weeks.

Lillet Blanc and sparkling lemonade come together for an effortlessly chic, lightly floral refresher with a citrusy kick.

Don’t wander the aisles without these 40 fresh spring recipes in hand.

This cocktail is incredibly light and refreshing. It’ll be hard to stop at one.

They aren’t just for desserts.

It’s spring in a glass.

You don’t need to overthink it—just mowing a little higher can lead to thicker, greener, more resilient grass.

These charming, low-cost raised beds are surprisingly simple to make—from quick weekend projects to standout garden features.