Erica Glasener

Erica Glasener

Erica Glasener is a horticulturist, writer and author living and gardening in USDA Zone 7. She is also the award winning host of “A Gardener’s Diary” which aired on HGTV for 14 years. You can now watch past episodes on hulu.com. For garden updates visit www.ericaglasener.com.

Prunus mume (Japanese apricot). Photo by Erica Glasener.

Winter Blooms, Berries and Bark

Posted by Erica Glasener | Nov 17, 2011

Whether it’s the glistening bark of the paperbark maple, the brilliant fruits of deciduous hollies or the sweetly scented flowers of witch hazels, the garden in winter offers...

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House Plants for Those Without Green Thumbs

Posted by Erica Glasener | Nov 02, 2011

If you’ve ever taken home a beautiful houseplant only to watch it decline rapidly, than you know how frustrating it can be. As with all types of gardening, success is based on choosing...

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Indoor Gardening Idea: Tabletop Terrariums

Posted by Erica Glasener | Oct 27, 2011

When you think of a centerpiece for your dinner party, you probably picture fresh flowers. But what if you could display a whole miniature garden offering beauty and pleasure for months...

Bonsai plants. Photo: Erica Glasener

Bonsai for Beginners

Posted by Erica Glasener | Oct 26, 2011

The term bonsai ("tree in a tray") is used to describe trees and shrubs trained in miniature forms and grown in special containers. A bonsai is dwarfed by means of pruning, wiring,...

Fennel that has flowered and set seed (bolted).  Photo by Erica Glasener.

What to Do When Plants Bolt

Posted by Erica Glasener | Aug 23, 2011

If you grow vegetables, herbs or flowers, at some point you've probably experienced what happens when your plants bolt. Bolting, defined as “when plants grow quickly, stop flowering...

Vernonisa novaborensis & Hibiscus coccineus are often mistaken for weeds.  Photo by Erica Glasener.

9 Native Flowers Often Mistaken for Weeds

Posted by Erica Glasener | Aug 18, 2011

To the untrained eye, many wild plants may look like weeds. These can vary from asters and goldenrods in Maine, to butterfly weed in Georgia. However, in the garden these same plants...

Asclepias tuberosa. Photo: Erica Glasener

Butterfly-Friendly Landscaping

Posted by Erica Glasener | Jul 19, 2011

There is something magical about butterflies as they flit from flower to flower in the garden. These winged beauties are not only stunning to watch but they also serve an important...

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20 Annuals that Beat the Heat

Posted by Erica Glasener | Jul 11, 2011

No matter where in the US you're gardening, summer heat and periods of dry weather can present a challenge to even the most seasoned gardeners. The good news is that there are a wealth...