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Liz Jaros

Liz Jaros is a professional writer and gardener who calls the Midwest home. She divides her time between running a small landscape design business, writing garden content and volunteering as a Certified Master Gardener. Formally educated in both horticulture and journalism, Liz is either working with plants or writing about them. She specializes in urban yard restoration and small property landscaping for metro area homeowners.

red tulips

Flowers

27 Red Tulip Varieties That Will Brighten Your Flowerbeds

Thinking of adding some bold color to your garden by planting some red tulips this season? There are many different varieites of red tulips, so picking just one can be a bit tough! In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros looks at all the different red tulips you can grow, with names and pictures of each!

overwinter dahlias

Flowers

How to Overwinter Dahlias in 12 Easy Steps

Dahlias are summer and fall blooming flowers, but in colder climates, their tubers will need to be pulled to overwinter where the freezing temps can't kill them off. Overwintering isn't necessarily hard, but it takes some planning. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros outlines the proper steps to overwinter your dahlias this season if you live in a cooler climate.

A picture of several different tulip varieties all blooming at the same time. There are flowers in pink, red, and yellow all vibrantly blooming in the spring.

Flowers

47 Different Types of Tulip Varieties For Your Flowerbeds

Thinking of adding some tulips to your flowerbeds this season? There are many different types of tulips to choose from, so picking just one or two can be a bit of a challenge! In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros looks at her favorite types of tulips to add to your flowerbeds this season!

fall tulips

Flowers

7 Tips For Planting Your Tulip Bulbs in the Fall

Are you planting tulips this fall? There are a few things you can do to ensure you have tulip beds full of beautiful tulips this spring! In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros shares her top tips for planting tulip bulbs successfully this fall.

Colorful tulips growing in a container that's on the side of a wall. The container is terra cotta, and the blooms are yellow. There are a couple pink blooms in the mix. Behind the pot is a lattice that's on the wall.

Flowers

11 Tips For Growing Tulips in Pots or Containers

Are you looking for a little advice on growing tulips in containers this spring? Tulips are well-known garden flowers, as well as great border plants. But they are also fantastic container flowers in just about any location. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros provides her top tips for growing beautiful tulips in pots or containers.

tulip companions

Flowers

15 Companion Plants to Grow With Tulips This Season

Looking for the perfect companions to grow with your tulips this season? There are many different plants that grow quite well alongside these popular flowers. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros looks at her favorite tulip companion plants for your garden this seaason.

dahlia problems

Problems

13 Common Problems With Dahlia Flowers

Do your dahlias have problems growing this season, but you aren't quite sure what's happening to them? Dahlias can fall victim to many different issues, depending on your climate. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros walks through the most common problems with Dahlias, and how to fix them.

tulip pests

Pests

11 Common Tulip Pests: How to Identify, Prevent, and Treat Them

Tulips are a hardy flower, but even these spring blooming beauties can succumb to certain garden pests each season. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros examines the most common pests that can plague your tulip plants, as well as how to prevent them, or treat them if they've already begun attacking your tulips.

Tulips Growing in Garden

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Tulips

Tulips are one of the most popular flowers in the world. Their beautiful colors and ease of care make these early bloomers a favorite of gardeners everywhere. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros explains everything you need to know about growing tulips this season and their care.

asters dying

Problems

8 Common Reasons Your Asters Are Dying and How to Fix it

Asters are beautiful flowers, but they can sometimes run into problems causing them to turn brown, and die. But with a little early intervention, this can often be prevented. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros walks through the most common reasons your asters may be dying, and how to stop it!

aster companions

Flowers

Aster Companion Plants: 15 Plants You Can Grow With Asters

Are you looking for some companions to grow with your beloved Aster flowers this season? There are many different options depending on where you've planted them. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros examines her favorite companion plants to pair with Asters in your garden this season!

New England Asters

Flowers

15 Tips For Growing Asters in Pots or Containers

Thinking of growing asters in Pots or containers this season but aren't sure where to start? There are a few tricks you can apply to ensure you can have a container full of these beautiful flowering perennials. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros walks through her top tips for growing beautiful aster flowers in pots or containers!

dahlias not blooming

Problems

9 Reasons Your Dahlias Aren’t Blooming and How to Fix it

Are you missing beautiful blooms from your dahlias this season and aren't quite sure why? There are a few different reasons this may happen, and your approach to correct it will depend on the reason behind it. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros examines why your dahlias aren't blooming this season, and how to address it.

New England Aster Flower in Garden

Flowers

Aster Varieties: 25 Types of Aster Flowers For Your Garden

Asters come in many shapes and sizes. If you've decided to plant some asters this season but aren't sure what to pick, you've come to the right place! In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros walks through her favorite aster varieties you can plant in your garden this season!

lilacs blooming

Shrubs

14 Tips To Keep Your Lilacs Blooming All Season

Looking to get the biggest and brightest blooms out of your lilacs this season? There are actually several things you can do to encourage the flower growth of these prolific bloomers. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros walks through her top tips for getting the most out of your lilacs this year!

Lilacs shade or sun

Shrubs

Do Lilacs Prefer Full Sun, Partial Shade, or Full Shade?

If you've decided to add lilacs to your garden this season, it's a good idea to make sure you pick a proper location where they get the perfect amount of sun to meet their needs. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros looks at the sun needs of the lilac, and if they prefer full sun, partial shade, or full shade.