May 25, 2025

What to Grow in Your Garden This Summer: Herbs, Peppers, More

Summer is officially here so Dominique Charles, founder of Plots & Pans, joins TODAY’s Laura Jarrett to share her tips to take your summer garden to the next level. She shares which plants thrive best in the long, hot stretches of the season, gives tips for making sure your plants are getting enough water, and highlights how she saves money with her spice garden where she grows thyme, parsley, and more.

May 11, 2026

Essential Tips for Planting the Perfect Spring Garden

Spring is in full bloom so Dominique Charles, founder of Plots & Pans, joins TODAY’s Jenna Bush Hager and Sheinelle Jones to share her tips for making your garden shine. She shows some of her favorite themed plots including her “tea” garden with plants like rosemary and thyme, and highlights the importance of good quality soil.

April 3, 2026

This article explores whether cinnamon can truly help prevent damping-off disease in seedlings. Dominique Charles of Plots & Pans shares expert insight on why cinnamon may offer mild antifungal support, but emphasizes that proper airflow, moisture control, and healthy seed-starting practices are the real keys to strong, thriving seedlings.

May 8, 2024

Experts in travel, home repair and gardening share do's and don'ts

Just in time for the warmer months, garden consultant Dominique Charles, travel expert Mark Ellwood and home repair pro Kevin O'Connor join TODAY to share the 5 things they would never do in their area of expertise. Tips include never painting over rot, never traveling without insurance, never skipping out on pruning plants and much more.

January 2023

A Lesson in Gardening the Old-Fashioned Way -Including the four plants you need to get started.

April 2022

How to grow edible perennials, the plants that keep on giving

May 2022

How to plant a home garden in your backyard or windowsill

Gardening expert Dominique Charles joins TODAY with everything you need to know to plant a home garden in your backyard or your kitchen windowsill.

May 2022

Tips to get your garden ready for summer.

July 2022

Gardening expert shares how to keep plants watered, control pests

July 2022

Your Complete Guide to Creating and Maintaining a One-Stop Kitchen Garden to Fulfill Your Culinary Needs

July 2022

Conversations with Dominique Charles

July 2022

44: What is dirt??? This is soil! (feat. Plots and Pans)

August 2022

Shrimp Creole Recipe

August 2022

How to Start a Successful Blog

April 2021

A Comprehensive Guide to Oregano: How to Grow, Prune, Dry, and Store the Herb

“These expert tips and tricks will yield a fruitful harvest.”

June 2021

How to Care for Your Vegetable Garden During a Drought - Get your produce through a dry spell with these expert tips. goes here

October 2021

Kidd Around Town: Fall gardening tips with Plots & Pans in Northeast Washington

December 2021

African roots growing in the U.S.: Dominique Charles cultivates joy through urban gardening

November 2020

The Curious Gardener - Dominique Charles Loves To Share What She’s Learned About Urban Gardening

October 2020

How To Harvest All Kinds of Seeds In Your Garden

“There's something really magical about growing your own garden. Instead of getting all your produce from the farmer's market, you'll have a steady supply that you can collect anytime your heart desires.”

October 2018

6 Plants That Naturally Repel Mosquitoes

Black Girls Gardening: Food Security & Sustainability

E128: 3 Tips To Survive the Summer Heat While Gardening

Tips on how to grow food in your own garden