If you've walked through our native plant section lately, you've probably noticed one thing—yellow. Some of Missouri's toughest and most beneficial native plants are putting on their summer display right now. From towering prairie giants to fragrant wildflowers and dependable pollinator favorites, these three species provide months of color while supporting butterflies, bees, and birds. Let's meet three of our favorite yellow bloomers. Compass Plant Silphium laciniatum The tallest of today's...

When planting container-grown plants, it's easy to focus on digging the perfect hole and choosing the right location. But one of the most important steps happens before the plant ever goes into the ground: checking the root ball. In this week's How-To Friday, Luke demonstrates how root pruning can encourage healthier root development and improve the long-term success of your plants. What Are Circling Roots? Plants that spend time growing in containers often develop roots that begin circling...

If you've spent any time on social media lately, you've probably seen them. Hostas with giant peacock feathers growing out of the center.Neon blue leaves.Plants that look like they belong in a fantasy movie. We've been getting questions about these lately, so let's clear things up. The short answer? They're not real. The Truth About "Peacock Hostas" The images being shared online are AI-generated or heavily edited. There are no hostas that grow peacock feathers.There are no hosta bulbs,...