This week, Nathan takes on a challenge! A challenge that actually comes from his cousin who is looking to create a space that feels like a tropical oasis all winter long. Nathan breaks down the characteristics of plant material that help give you a sense of a tropical
Read MoreThis week, Nathan encourages you to grow more trees and more wildflowers! Nathan discusses the economic, ecological, and physical benefits to planting trees and talks about a few you might want to consider. Then, he makes a case for not mowing
Read MoreThis week, Nathan answers more of your gardening questions! Planting and dividing peonies can be nerve racking but Nathan gives you the keys for success in doing it. He also discusses staking trees and harvesting and curing gourds. Then, he lists a number of evergreen trees and shrubs to add winter interest in your landscape!
Read MoreThis week, Nathan goes to the mailbag and answers your questions! Send your garden question to us at www.newsoutherngarden.com and on Facebook or Instagram!
Read MoreThis week, Nathan encourages you to stop running to the shed for a pesticide when you have a plant problem and start growing organically. Through these ten practical steps, Nathan helps guide you to start growing more "green." By selecting appropriate plants, using
Read MoreThis week, Nathan talks about things to look for as September comes to an end. He walks you through every part of your landscape including shrubs, perennials, and trees, giving you ideas and tasks to complete this time of year.
Read MoreThis week, Nathan talks about plants with a BARK! Don't worry, they don't bite. These plants just give you something unique and interesting to look at over fall and winter even when leaves have long fallen. Nathan discusses some shrubs
Read MoreThis week we add value to our homes by simple landscaping projects. Join Nathan as he discusses things you can do around your landscape to impress potential buyers or just friends and family. From planting trees to building a fire pit, Nathan gives you ideas to really add curb appeal!
Read MoreThis week, Nathan answers your gardening questions! Katie from Cleveland, Ga. is a new home owner and wants to learn more about taking care of her landscape. Nathan helps guide her through what she should be looking for and doing in the garden in late summer.
Read MoreThis week, Nathan talks about plants you MUST HAVE in your garden right now, late summer! He talks about agapanthus, Joe-pye weed, hardy hibiscus, Russian sage, Rudbeckia, maidenhair grass, Virginia switchgrass, yarrow, garden phlox, and canna
Read MoreThis week, Nathan continues the discussion on growing fall vegetables! Even though it's still summer, it's time to get started for fall. Don't be late to the planting party!
Read MoreDon't forget to get your fall veggies started before it's too late! This week, Nathan reminds you to take advantage of the warm weather to get your fall veggies a head start on growing and growing well! He talks about things to do in August through October to
Read MoreThis week, Nathan answers your gardening questions! Ken in Cleveland is wondering what are some common beneficial insects in our veggie gardens. Nathan talks about a handful including Assassin Bug and Parasitic Wasps. Then, he discusses ways
Read MoreThis week, Nathan tackles the lackluster, yellowy, drying-back garden of summer. If the stresses of summer have got your plants looking a bit sad, Nathan explains a few simple and basic actions you can take to help restore your garden's beauty in the dead of summer!
Read MoreEvery plant has a story to tell, but how often do we tell those stories? This week, Nathan does just that. He will introduce you to the history and the people behind some of our most well-known garden plants.
Read MoreSince 1990, the Perennial Plant Association has awarded certain plants with the Perennial Plant of the Year award. Based on unique characteristics, performance in the garden, and disease resistance, this list of plants can help you add winners in your landscape!
Read MoreThis week, Nathan takes a look back at the people and practices of horticultural history. Liberty Hyde Bailey (1858-1954) was a plantsman, gardener, agricultural college professor and dean, and a promoter of the rural lifestyle. Through his numerous
Read MoreThis week, Nathan goes to the mailbox and answers your questions! He answers questions from a wide range of topics including, controlling slugs in the garden, finding "the perfect plant", and transplanting trees in the summer. Send us your questions
Read MoreJust like people, plants deal with diseases. This week, Nathan gives you a three step program to follow when controlling plant disease. Prevention is always the key!
Read MoreEvery southern gardener loves a good cherry blossom tree, but do cherry trees really love the southern garden? Nathan exposes the issues that ornamental cherry struggles with and things to look for that might be compromising your ornamental
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