Jasmine Hughes

Most North Carolina gardeners know coneflowers and black-eyed Susans, but there is one native plant that quietly earns…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 26

Your wooded property line is one of the first places you should think about when it comes to…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 26

Every spring, a lot of North Carolina homeowners haul home bag after bag of mulch, only to watch…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 26

Sunny, dry slopes in North Carolina can defeat almost every plant a homeowner tries. The soil is shallow,…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 26

American beautyberry is one of those shrubs that most North Carolina gardeners stroll right past at the nursery,…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 25

Lantana is one of the toughest flowering plants you can grow in a North Carolina yard, pushing out…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 25

Most North Carolina gardeners have watched a promising perennial slowly give up during a July heat wave, leaving…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 25

Two North Carolina native plants have been circulating online under a claim that one tree feeds wildlife all…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 25

Crape myrtles show up in almost every North Carolina yard, but they came here from Asia and do…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 25

Ticks are a real concern for anyone who spends time kneeling in a backyard vegetable garden in North…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 25

Ticks are a real part of summer life in North Carolina, and most people assume they just wander…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 24

Walk into most garden centers in North Carolina and you’ll see the same rows of imported shrubs over…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 24

Spotting a fire ant mound in your garden bed can make your stomach drop, but that mound is…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 24

Blueberries grow across North Carolina, but getting a reliable harvest from your backyard takes more than dropping a…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 24

Dragging a hose across a hot patio to water a row of potted plants gets old fast, especially…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 24

If you want bees buzzing, butterflies landing, and hummingbirds hovering in your yard from June through September, one…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 24

Eastern Bluebirds are one of the most recognizable birds in North Carolina, with their brilliant blue backs and…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 23

Warm summer nights in North Carolina used to sparkle with fireflies, but a lot of yards have gone…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 23

Liriope shows up along half the walkways in North Carolina, but it is not from here, and in…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 23

Pull back the leaves on a July tomato plant and you might spot it before you even pick…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 23

A striking insect has been turning up in North Carolina yards, and the first reaction many people have…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 23

North Carolina summers bring fireflies, garden tomatoes, and unfortunately, clouds of mosquitoes that can make an evening outside…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 23

Spotting a hawk once in your yard is a treat, but when the same bird keeps showing up…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 22

Two fruit trees have grown wild across North Carolina for centuries, feeding wildlife and quietly ripening each fall,…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 22

A weedy, fast-growing tree called tree-of-heaven is already growing in many North Carolina backyards, and it turns out…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 22

Ticks do not wait for an invitation. They hang at the edge of your lawn, on tall grass…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 22

Few backyard moments stop a North Carolina homeowner in their tracks quite like a brilliant red cardinal dropping…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 22

For a long time, lemongrass seemed like a plant meant for tropical backyards far from the Carolinas. But…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 22

Early spring is when gardens begin waking up, but what’s happening underground often determines how well plants will…

By Jasmine Hughes · Mar 11

March is one of the most important months in the gardening calendar. While the garden may still look…

By Jasmine Hughes · Mar 10

What to Add to Tired Garden Soil Before the New Season Begins After a long growing season and…

By Jasmine Hughes · Mar 9

Spring might feel like it snuck up on you, but there’s still plenty of time to get seeds…

By Jasmine Hughes · Mar 7

Early spring is one of the most important pruning windows in the gardening calendar. Done at the right…

By Jasmine Hughes · Mar 5

Not every plant that fills a nursery shelf is cut out for life inside your home. Some of…

By Jasmine Hughes · Mar 4

Tired of spending weekends pulling weeds out of your garden? Ground covers are low-growing plants that spread across…

By Jasmine Hughes · Mar 1

Spring is one of the most exciting times to be a gardener, but it can also be the…

By Jasmine Hughes · Mar 1

Not every home is flooded with sunshine, and that is perfectly okay. Some of the most beautiful houseplants…

By Jasmine Hughes · Feb 28

Houseplants can brighten up any room and even help clean the air, but keeping them alive is trickier…

By Jasmine Hughes · Feb 25

Living in a bustling city like New York doesn’t mean you have to give up on the joys…

By Jasmine Hughes · Aug 2

Finding the right trees to plant in California suburbs can be challenging, especially when considering the potential damage…

By Jasmine Hughes · Aug 1

Transform your Arizona yard into a lush green oasis with these 16 stunning shrubs. In the challenging desert…

By Jasmine Hughes · Aug 1

Transform your backyard into a serene oasis with these stunning water features. Whether you want to add tranquility…

By Jasmine Hughes · Aug 1

Nestled within the scenic landscapes of North Carolina, this enchanting garden town serves as a haven for those…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 31

In recent years, Epsom salt has gained popularity among gardeners for its supposed benefits. However, many claims surrounding…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 31

Texas is known for its vast landscapes, but some of the most captivating scenery can be found right…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 31

In the bustling green spaces of New York, some vines are more than just a pretty sight. They…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 31

Wisconsin, a state known for its rich biodiversity and natural beauty, is home to several plants that attract…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 30

Indiana’s lawns face a persistent challenge from various weeds that can quickly overtake a beautiful green space. Understanding…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 30

Gardening in Kansas presents unique challenges, especially when it comes to the scorching summer heat. Not all vegetables…

By Jasmine Hughes · Jul 29