Robby With its brilliant lemon-lime foliage, Lemon Coral sedum makes a gorgeous addition to container gardens. This low-maintenance succulent thrives in pots and planters, making it an ideal choice for deck and patio containers. Here’s everything you need to know about successfully growing Lemon Coral sedum in pots. Lemon Coral sedum (Sedum mexicanum ‘Lemon Coral’) is … Read more
Our native foxgloves are instantly recognizable by their spires of purple bells that bloom in woodland clearings and cottage gardens. They are romantic and iconic. Better yet, new hybrids and species have come out, giving these easy-to-grow biennials and perennials even more colors, shapes, and sizes to choose from. As a gardener have you ever … Read more
Overlooked spaces like corners are hidden gems just waiting to become the best spots in your outdoor hangout. If you have a corner, you can grow vegetables, put plants and trees, or make a Japanese-style Zen oasis. Read the tips below to transform your own forgotten corner into the star of the outdoor show. Adding … Read more
Although fresh-cut flowers are beautiful, you cant deny the appeal of dried blooms. For starters, drying flowers gives them a faded look, which is pretty and moody to boot. Dried flowers are last a long time, making them ideal for bouquets and DIY projects alike. However, if your dried flowers are looking worse for wear, … Read more
Every year people ask about blossom end rot—a dark leathery spot on the bottom of the tomato. Your plant will continue to bloom and set fruit until the end of the season. It’s pretty common and especially so with tomato plants growing in containers. It’s most likely caused by a calcium deficiency. The disease is … Read more
You got the seeds to germinate and have been fussing over those seedlings for weeks. Keeping them from drying out or getting too wet, as well as from curious pets and “helpful” kids. Now it’s time to plant those plant babies. !. This post will tell you everything you need to know to move your … Read more
Blackberries are a sweet summer treat that we always look forward to eating. They taste great in pies, jams, jellies, cobblers, and even wine. Luckily, growing your own blackberries is not hard to come by. Blackberries are some of the easiest berries to grow, even for a beginner gardener. Blackberries are a delicious and versatile … Read more
It seems like a lot of people are interested in a certain Pinterest pin on the Great Gardening Ideas! board lately. It’s about string trellising. I chose to go with that today because, if your summer garden is anything like mine, it’s getting out of hand and needs some trellising right now! Check out the … Read more
Gazanias are heat-loving flowering plants that add vivid color to gardens and landscapes. One of the most popular varieties is Gazania Big Kiss Yellow Flame, prized for its bright blooms and easy care. This South African native thrives in hot, dry conditions. Read on to learn all about growing these spectacular flowers yourself. Overview of … Read more
Is the tree in your yard not growing leaves this spring? If you’re concerned, you’re not alone. People often ask, “Why aren’t my trees getting any leaves?” or “Is something wrong with my tree?” or “Do I need a Certified Arborist to come look at it?” We will talk about two reasons a tree might … Read more