The National Voice of American Gardening

ESSENTIAL READING FOR GARDENERS EVERYWHERE

American Gardener is the flagship publication of the American Horticultural Society. Published six times a year, it brings together leading voices in horticulture to explore how plants shape our landscapes, communities, and environment. Each issue connects expert knowledge with real-world practice—translating research, highlighting innovation, and offering ideas gardeners can use, wherever they grow.

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Read inspirational and engaging articles on a wide range of topics, including:

-Why phlox might be better than the rose as America’s floral symbol
-How a nursery traveled from Iowa by covered wagon to found the fruit industry in the Pacific Northwest
-The complex and powerful fragrance of roses
-The science behind variegation in leaves and flowers

 

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A CENTURY OF HORTICULTURAL KNOWLEDGE

Since 1922, the American Horticultural Society has documented the evolution of gardening in America. The American Gardener archive is a living library—offering access to decades of insight, plants, and practices that continue to shape how we garden today.

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A Platform for Diverse Voices in Horticulture

American Gardener is primarily freelance-written and reflects a wide range of perspectives across the gardening community.

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Letters to the Editor
We love to hear comments from readers and encourage diverse voices and viewpoints in our magazine. Submit a letter to editor@ahsgardening.org.

Guidelines for Writers
American Gardener is primarily freelance written. We are interested in the written contributions of plant and gardening enthusiasts across America.
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