Outdoor

Gardening and Outdoor

Whether you have a small balcony or a large backyard, our group offers a supportive and welcoming environment to connect with other enthusiasts. Discuss vegetable gardening, flower beds, pruning, mulching, weed control or anything garden related.

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Cocomokitten

Getting ready for sumerrrrrr

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Brandy

I am growing a can plant and it is just popped

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Lgroener

Can I get some advice on splitting tiger lilies and hostas? I’m in zone 6. I would like thin/split the ones we have at our house- especially the lilies - and plant them at a location about 3 hours away. When is the best time to do this? How long can they be out of the ground? And anything special you’d recommend while transporting?

Sarah

I’m in zone 7b and would love to try out growing wildflowers this year for cutting for indoor vases (probably zinnias). I finally have an East facing front porch but me and container planting usually don’t do too well lol (but it was tomatoes and last summer was a bad season). My question is what 1) what is your favorite material for a wildflower container? 2) should I leave the container in a sunny spot at all times (east facing)? 3) best suggested soil for wildflowers? 4) when are other 7b folks planning to start seeds outdoors? Our “last frost” date in this area can be tricky!

GM2025

Hey, I am possibly going to go and landscape and plant flowers for a family whose son is dying from cancer. What are some landscape plants and preferably perennial flowers that I can plant in February in zone 8a? Also please pray for their family and his health!

Amy

I am prepping for the cold snap we’re about to get down here in zone 9 and when I raked up the old wood chips this is what I found. Is this natural decomposition and nothing to worry about or is it something I need to treat before putting down fresh pine straw? Tia.

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Mariah

Finally getting back into gardening. Starting off 2026 with some flowers, carrots, and lettuce

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IzaacHecht

Started planting sweet bell pepper and cherry tomatoes

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Finn Holm

From a seed, 2 years old

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GrowingIn2026

Hi all, I’m new here and totally clueless. Sadly I lost my willow tree earlier in the year and I’d like to plant something(s) in its place that won’t grow too tall but will encourage birds. Any suggestions greatfully received.

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Professor Sprout

Just wanted to show these giant mustard greens that spilled over into our property- not mad about it 😂

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Lee

Hi all. I’m new to gardening. (Ignore the pigeon poop please 🙈) Have I planted this rose bush correctly?!? It’s been in a few days so not sure if I can take it out and replant it incorrect Also anyone on with information on plants that help deter pigeons please let me know. 🤞🏻

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Koval gardening

Who’s getting ready for 2026 Gardening Season? Just began to sort my seeds and ordering new seeds and planning my garden for this season. Come January I’m starting my tomato, hot peppers, onion and eggplant seedlings. Anyone else?

BeaBotBoop

I got these roses about two weeks ago and I’m surprised that they still look really healthy! I’m even more impressed that they have grown new stems and now I’m wondering how can I keep these alive?? Can I put them in soil? I’ve never thought about growing roses but I can’t just let them die 😭😭😭 please help!

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GM2025

I just bought this pot and am wanting to gift it with tulip bulbs planted inside the pot. Will they grow indoors?

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Jax P

I propagated five hydrangeas in late spring, and overall they’re growing well, though some are stronger than others. All have shown new growth and new leaves. I recently trimmed them. The plants on the left look more bare because they had more dead leaves, which I pruned. The plants on the right had fewer dead leaves and stronger leaf growth. They’re all in solo cups with good drainage (not visible), using a mix of potting soil, perlite, and a bit of coco coir. I water regularly, keep them under a grow light, and fertilize them — most recently a few days ago. My questions are: • Is it normal for leaves to drop at this stage? • What signs should I look for to confirm healthy growth? I plan to transplant them into the garden either next spring or later this summer and want to make sure they’re healthy before doing so. Any tips to help them thrive would be appreciated.

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RampageGardens

This is my giant Prime Ark Freedom Blackberry. It’s in a 15 gallon fabric pot and has been growing the longest branches. I have just been looping the growths into a never ending loop. Is this how it should be trained or does anyone have any recommendations on how to make the plant have a better structure?

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Plants are so 😎

I feel dumb. Is there any plant that you can plant in the winter? I mean outside.

Mateja

Did y'all know terracotta can mold? I did not. This has been neglected in a dark, damp storage bin. If you have something similar, might want to check on your pottery!

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Ajames2025

Hi, I have been gifted a lovely prunus incisa (fuji cherry). It came in a 3l pot and is currently sat on our garden table. Should I repot this into something bigger or leave for now?! Finding it hard to get an answer and don't want to ruin it!! Thank you