Steve Bender

Grumpy addresses a myth about coffee grounds. Plus, Grumpy’s gripe on deer whiners.

What happens if your Zone changes? Plus, Grumpy’s tip about how to care for plants while you’re away on vacation.

In our complete guide to redbud trees (Cercis), find beautiful redbud varieties, tips on growing and pruning, and info on common problems.

Grow your own Asian pear trees (Pyrus pyrifolia) for a bounty of crispy, sweet fruit. Here's what you need to know to plant, prune, and fertilize them.

This evergreen plant grows easily in the right conditions, has long-stalked, leathery leaves and distinct flowers that bloom intermittently throughout the year. Bird of paradise is a showy perennial in beds and borders and makes a statement in a cut arrangement.

These tough full-sun container plants stand up to hot summers. Our favorite annuals, tropical foliage plants, herbs, and succulents will thrive even on the hottest days.

Although purple coneflower, or Echinacea, is the best known of the coneflowers, it comes in a range of colors beyond purple, including yellow, orange, pink, and red. These prairie plants thrive in the heat of summer and attract birds, butterflies, and bees.

A reader is dealing with a rose dilemma. Plus, why he loves the sun-loving Sunpatiens.

A reader needs advice for planting in their Zone. Grumpy shares his biggest gripe of the decade.

The complete guide to gardenias. Find practical gardening advice, tips, and information on growing beautiful gardenias.

Prevent the spread of fire ants in your yard with these effective remedies, and avoid common controls that don’t work.

A reader seeks advice for planting trees in their yard. Plus, the Grumpy Gardener shares a simple planting tip.

Most species of ivy are easy-care plantings but there are some tricks to keep them growing at their best.

And they beat Grandma’s old-fashioned impatiens by a country mile.

If there’s a pretty white tree in your yard in spring, chances are it’s Pyrus calleryana. Here’s what’s wrong with Bradford pear trees and what to do about it.

Advice on planting bamboo for privacy. Plus, a tip on getting rid of stink bugs.

Avoid planting chameleon plant (Houttuynia cordata) at all costs. Here’s what to know about this ground cover, how to remove it, and what you should plant instead.

This popular three-ingredient DIY weed killer—of vinegar, Epsom salts, and Dawn dish soap—doesn’t work, and it’s not safe for your garden. Here’s why.

From ground covers to borders, plant anemones in your garden. Windflowers are easy to grow and care for following these tips.

The best way to squirrel-proof your bird feeder. Plus, Grumpy shares his plant of the month.