the Southern U.S. we have had a wet, cool spring and are just getting into our spring planting time. I'm a huge fan of planting flowers...

By Digger & Gina McLean Since the pandemic started, the good news is that more people are gardening. And with the current high prices of...

Like many of you, I planted my summer porch containers a few weeks ago. I have containers on the porch at our office and some at home as...

Tulips are an iconic spring flower. We love the pictures of giant fields of tulips in beautiful colors, each with the perfect bloom...

There are few flowers that say summer like sunflowers. Their bright yellow color and sturdy stalks make me smile and there is something...

My dad can grow anything. He is a genius when it comes to soil and enjoys tinkering in the garden. He loves blueberries, so several...

I have always loved hummingbirds. Their tiny bodies, fast wings and crazy antics bring a smile to my face. I look forward to the day...

We have been in the mulch and soil business for 40 years and much has changed over the years. My dad started working in the beginnings...

Spring is just around the corner and it's time to think about gardening. We know that mulch helps in so many ways in our flowerbeds, but...

Poinsettias are the most loved Christmas plant. During the holidays you see them in churches, indoor Christmas displays and in pretty...

We've all seen the posts on Facebook. Someone's mulch just caught on fire and burned their home! Horrific pictures of melted siding...

Vacation is always a good time to get away and see new things. This summer, we had the once in a lifetime chance to go to Scotland. ...

Crape myrtles blooming is a sure sign that summer has arrived in the South. Their distinctive shape and beautiful flowers make them a...

Iris is a long time favorite garden perennial. Our mothers and grandmothers loved them, for good reason. It's hardy, easy to grow and...

What in the world is a Digger's Garden Box? I am so glad you asked! Digger's Garden Boxes are something new we are doing for the Spring...

Weeds. Weeds are a problem for gardeners. We pull, we poison, we apply pre-emerge, we mulch, and we pull some more. Weeds can turn our...

Roses are a delightful flower. The wide variety of colors! The heavenly aroma! What Valentine's Day would be complete without that...

I admit it. I was wrong, and sometimes that's awesome. The unexpected happens, and admitting I'm wrong is a blessing. Last month, I...

January is a time when nothing much is happening in the garden. Nothing is blooming, and most plants don't even have leaves. Yet there...

Okay, it's January and below freezing every day, but gardeners are thinking about the idyllic days of spring. We dream of that first...