Robby 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
Wildflowers bring beauty and life to any landscape with their lively colors and ability to attract pollinators However, starting wildflowers from seed can be challenging Many seeds fail to germinate or get choked out by weeds. Fortunately, wildflower roll out mats provide an easy way to get a gorgeous wildflower garden with minimal work. What … Read more
A lovely home garden isn’t complete without the peony, which is Mother Nature’s crown jewel. Peonies are loved by everyone and will give you years of beauty in your garden and home. All it takes is some planning, work, and time. A garden featuring peonies and roses promises to delight the senses each spring. Their … Read more
Many people are used to growing tulips in their flower beds and landscaping, but to grow them as cut flowers to put in a vase, you need to use a whole different set of tools and techniques. One of the most delightful surprises of tulips is that they continue growing even after being cut! Unlike … Read more