WHY YOU NEED TO GET A GINGKO

Ginkgo trees are resilient, low maintenance, and beautiful. They’re the perfect street tree, here are some care tips.

ORNAMENTAL GRASSES 101: 3 REASONS THEY'RE AWESOME & 5 VARIETIES

Ornamental grasses are really an unsung hero in landscaping. They’re low maintenance, drought-tolerant, and strikingly beautiful.

HOW TO PRESERVE FRESH HERBS FROM YOUR GARDEN

If you had a herb garden this summer, here’s how to preserve your fresh herbs for tasty recipes all winter long.

THE HEAT IS ON! HOW TO PROTECT YOUR PLANTS FROM HEAT

Non-stop heat is challenging for us and our gardens to endure. It’s time to embrace the old-fashioned habit of rising early and taking advantage of the slightly cooler early morning temperatures to keep your garden thriving and blooming.

YOUR JULY LAWN CARE STRATEGY FOR LAZY PEOPLE

July heat and dry weather can be pretty hard on gardens and grass, not just us. This means you should give your lawn a bit of a care break this month. Follow our tips to help you and your lawn enjoy the lazy days of summer in Indiana.

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5 FASTEST-GROWING DECIDUOUS TREES FOR PRIVACY

There are quite a few deciduous trees that grow quite fast here in Indianapolis. You can add a few of these trees to your yard—and you’ll have plenty of shade and privacy in just a couple of growing seasons.

BEAUTIFUL SHADY FLOWERING SHRUBS FOR YOUR BACKYARD

If you have a North-facing yard or lots of tall trees, you probably still want to enjoy some beautiful flowering shrubs. So what are the best shrubs to plant in the shade for your landscape?

JULY: WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IN YOUR VEGGIE GARDEN?

July is an exciting month in the garden since many of your fruits and veggies will be ripening perfectly for ultra-fresh summer meals. Here are the things you should be doing in your Indianapolis garden this month.

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HOW TO REPEL WASPS FROM YOUR PATIO THIS SUMMER

Wasps are the least popular guest at every outdoor summer event, especially on your patio. They can be pretty mean creatures, but they are also essential in the balance of our ecosystems. With that said, you probably don’t want them hanging around while you enjoy dinner on the patio!

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A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO WEED CONTROL: STRATEGIES & PLANS

Weeds. Every gardener’s nemesis. They seem to be everywhere, growing in impossible places and popping up to monstrous sizes overnight. Dealing with unwanted plants in your garden and landscaping can be incredibly frustrating. So, how do you beat the weeds?