Groundcover plants are the unsuspecting superheroes in the garden. They help keep weeds and erosion at bay, they help retain soil moisture, and many are much-loved by pollinators. This list of some of the best Midwest-friendly groundcover to choose from is not exhaustive, but it will certainly get you started!
Read MoreThere's something dreamy and ethereal about climbing plants with vibrantly colored blooms. Whether they're trailing over an archway, across a pergola, or up a trellis, vines bring all the beauty and romance of flowers right up to eye level and even overhead.
Read MoreBrood X cicadas have a periodical fixed lifespan. That means the adult form only emerges once every set number of years. For Brood X, that’s every 17 years, which means 2021.
Read MoreWith the wide variety of hardy hibiscus that have been bred in recent years, there are some amazing ones you can grow right here in Indianapolis. While it is generally rated for zones 5-8, some have even been tough enough to survive in zone 4!
Read MoreWant to give your landscape a fresh new look, but don’t want to go overboard on a big budget makeover? No problem! You can pull off a total landscape glow-up without breaking the bank. With a little creativity and some DIY handiwork, you can pull off some incredible outdoor improvements without spending a fortune.
Read MoreContainer gardening is quickly becoming popular because it is convenient. There are usually fewer weeds, it’s less backbreaking to maintain, and it adds a level of style, with cute planters, that you just can’t achieve planting in the ground.
Read MoreMulch is a common feature in many gardens. It looks tidy, clean, natural, and it has a whole host of benefits for your garden. In this guide to mulching, we’ll give you the lowdown on what you need to know, and share some tips for applying it to your yard.
Read MoreIt’s tempting to put flowers out already. Here are some early spring gardening tips to help you choose what to plant this early.
Read MoreFill your pots with 8 of the best foliage plants for containers, for effortlessly beautiful and low-maintenance planters this summer.
Read MoreIndiana is a great place for growing fruit. There are plenty of choices for trees, shrubs, or smaller plants. Here’s what you should know about growing fruit in your garden.
Read More
