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Perennial flowers are plants that live for more than two years, blooming every spring and summer. Unlike annuals that must be replanted each year, perennials persist in the garden, coming back reliably with their bright blooms and distinctive foliage. There are many lovely perennial flowers that have names starting with the letter ‘A’. Here are … Read more

Pruning your rhododendron is a good way to keep it from getting too big or to bring an old plant back to life. While youre busy with the secateurs, a little deadheading will keep your shrub looking great too. Horticulture expert Mandy Bradshaw shows you how to prune your rhododendron so that you can get … Read more

Perennial sweetpea vines produce pink or white pea-type flowers in summer. Despite their name, the flowers are not fragrant. Sweet peas are a beloved garden flower known for their charming, colorful blooms that evoke thoughts of cottage gardens and summer romance. But one question that often arises with sweet peas is – are they perennial … Read more

As more and more people learn about how great mushrooms are for your health, more and more gourmet mushrooms that you can eat are becoming popular. The chestnut mushroom (Pholiota adiposa) is one of these gourmet species. It has been eaten and enjoyed for hundreds of years in Japan, but most people in the west … Read more

A tree-mendous tenement is what you call a house full of plants. Okay, enough with the bad botanical jokes. We strongly support making a house that is truly green with lots of plants. Plants in the home are not only in style (thanks, Pinterest!), but biophilic design has many other health and wellness benefits, and … Read more

We give Ruff Greens Premium Canine Supplements a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. There are a lot of people who take supplements to improve their health. These can be pills or powder that they mix in with water. For pet owners who want to try supplements, pills seem like the easiest option. But … Read more

Mock orange also known as Philadelphus is a popular flowering shrub prized for its fragrant white blooms and lovely foliage. If you want more of these beautiful shrubs in your garden, propagating from cuttings is an easy and effective method. When to Take Cuttings Timing is important when taking mock orange cuttings. The best time … Read more

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. African violets are cheery little plants that don’t appreciate a lot of fuss and muss. In other words, they’re the perfect plant for busy (or forgetful) folks. It’s easy to make more African violet plants to share … Read more

This is MIX 30 Liquid Feed, a “high energy” protein supplement made from by-products of corn and soy. With this special mix of ingredients, we can make a tasty, consistent, nutrient-rich product that gives all ruminant diets a mix of protein and energy. You get paid by the pound and for genetics. Bringing your herd … Read more

One of my missions is to bust the misconception that vegetable gardens aren’t attractive. I really think it is possible to have a vegetable garden that looks great and grows a lot of food. Plant lots and lots of flowers among your vegetables. While annuals are my favorite, I also plant spring bulbs in my … Read more