Today in the Garden

The best time of day to water

In today's episode, water your garden in the early morning — when it's coolest — so moisture soaks into soil and leaves dry, reducing disease; water gently at the base and check containers often, since they dry faster. Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.

Quick ways to stop weeds naturally

In today's episode, learn how to quiet weeds and build soil with simple sheet mulching: lay damp cardboard or newspaper over a weedy patch, overlap edges, then cover with a few inches of organic mulch, leaving space around stems. Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.

The secret to fuller petunias

In today's episode, pinch the soft growing tip off young petunia stems just above a pair of leaves to encourage branching and fuller, bloomier plants. Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.

Why your basil keeps dying

In today's episode, learn that basil hates wet feet — check that pots have drainage, let the soil surface dry before watering, and move or lift soggy containers to a drier, lighter mix to stop root rot. Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.

Beginner-friendly flowers for curb appeal

In today's episode, pick one or two easy, cheerful plants and plant them in repeating clusters or matching pots along your curb or porch. Repetition creates a calm, put-together look with minimal effort. Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.