Plant Care
Grow healthier landscapes with evidence-based plant care guidance tailored to your climate zone. From watering schedules and pruning calendars to pest identification and soil amendments, these articles distill horticultural science into actionable advice. Professionals will find crew-ready care protocols, while homeowners get simple step-by-step guides for the plants in their yard. Every recommendation is grounded in USDA hardiness zone data and paired with links to our 2,400-plant library for deeper detail.
đź’§ How Often Should I Water My Lawn and Plants? (A Straightforward Guide)
(A Simple Guide for Healthier Yards and Smarter Landscaping)If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “Am I watering too much—or not enough?” you’re not alone. Getting the watering just right can be on
Companion Planting: Natural Pest Control for your Garden
As gardeners, we know that pests can be a constant threat to our plants. From aphids to caterpillars, these tiny insects can cause a lot of damage and can be difficult to control. However, there is a
15 of the Best Low-maintenance, Water-wise Plants
Gardening can be a rewarding hobby, but it can also be time-consuming and resource-intensive. Fortunately, there are plenty of low-maintenance and waterwise plants that can thrive in a variety of cond
Yard and Garden Projects for the Fall
Fall brings new colors, cooler temperatures, and the excitement of change. With the changing leaves comes new things to do in the yard. Here’s a list of some of the best things you can do for your lan
The Water Wise Entertainer's Dream
In this garden, you can find a near textbook rendition of a water-wise garden. Even though you won't see any grass on this property, the landscape is still functional and eye-catching. This landscape
Seven Hardy Lawn Alternatives
The “typical” grassy lawn is going out of style. It requires so much water and maintenance. Since water and time seem to be in scarce supply for many people, other options are starting to gain a littl
Edible Landscaping 101
If you want start growing more of your own food, edible landscaping is a great way to incorporate style with function. Edible landscaping, sometimes referred to as gardenscaping, is the practice of gr
10 Things You Should Know Before You Plant Anything
You’ve decided it’s time to upgrade your landscape and you’ve already got a design planned out—now it’s time to get the plants and install them in your landscape. It can be overwhelming to figure out
No Fail Planting Design - Choose the Best Plants for Your Yard
Designing a landscape can be a daunting task. From determining the layout to selecting your smallest perennial plants, there is a lot that goes into creating the yard of your dreams. Often, people jum
Waterwise Plants 101: What to Look for When Buying Water Wise Plants
With droughts continuing to affect the globe, many people are starting to look for steps they can take to minimize the effects in their own yard. Making the right planting choices can dramatically imp
5 Reasons to Buy Plants from Local Nurseries
Local nurseries are the backbone of local gardening. Shopping local is the best way for you to ensure that the plants in your yard grow and flourish. Using the Simplyscapes app, you can shop online in
3 Landscaping Ideas to Get your Kids Outside More
Every parent wants their children to spend more time outside. The battle against screen time is real and constant, and we all know that time outdoors is so good for us all—children, adults, and our re
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