Robby Salvia is a large genus of plants with more than 1000 species. Salvias, also called sage, are part of the mint (Lamiaceae) plant family. Many salvias bloom for a long time, some from late spring to fall. They have a strong, pleasant scent. Salvias are most often perennials but can be annuals as well. Salvia … Read more
If you want to eat a delicious sandwich in the middle of fall, you can plant a tomato in June, get some Dukes mayonnaise, and buy a loaf of Sunbeam bread. (Walter Reeves for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution). Tomatoes are a warm-weather crop that thrive in Georgia’s long growing season. With the right timing and care, … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Putting succulent plants in the yard can help fill in spaces that might not be good for growing ornamentals that need a lot of care. Sunny spots with poor soil aren’t a problem for growing succulents as … Read more
As an aromatherapist and herbalist, I’m often asked about the relationship between bergamot and bee balm. While they share a common name, these two plants are actually quite different. Let’s clear up the confusion once and for all on whether bergamot is the same as bee balm. The Fruity Bergamot When most people refer to … Read more
Original article by David Graper, former SDSU Extension Horticulture Specialist and Master Gardener Program Coordinator. Updated by Kristine Lang, Assistant Professor and SDSU Extension Consumer Horticulture Specialist. Spring and fall are both great times to look over your gardens again and find places to add new plants. Are there big patches of bare ground in … Read more
With Summer nearly here, we have been looking towards our garden for inspiration for our craft projects. I want you to do 50 crafts before you turn 10. As part of my challenge, we have been making a lot of different animal crafts out of paper plates. Oliver still loves the Bumble Bee we made … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. It’s so satisfying to pick your own raspberries. I love how a warm, ripe raspberry rolls off its stem and into my hands. Raspberry smells sour, and a fresh raspberry tastes warm, sweet, and sour all at … Read more
If you enjoy peonies, I insist that you must have at least one pink variety in your garden. It’s the classic color that most of us picture when we imagine the perfect peony. It’s the ideal color choice to highlight those elegant blossoms and evoke a sense of romance. But pink isn’t just for adding … Read more
Lilies are a timeless flower beloved for their elegant blooms and sweet fragrance. Their showy flowers come in a diverse range of colors, shapes and sizes to suit any style. Whether you’re looking for traditional Easter lilies, vibrant Asiatic hybrids or exotic calla lilies, it’s easy to find these floral beauties nearby. This guide covers … Read more
Hostas are a quintessential shade garden plant, prized for their wide variety of leaf shapes, sizes, and colors. But just how many different types of hostas are there? The answer may surprise you – there are over 3,000 registered hosta cultivars! A Brief Overview of Hostas Hostas are herbaceous perennials that originate from northeast Asia … Read more