Robby The wasps will stay away from these plants naturally, so you can enjoy your backyard without any trouble. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. If you have a lot of wasps in your yard, you might want to plant plants that keep them … Read more
Forsythia is one of the most common shrubs grown in home gardens, but it is also one of the most mistreated. Many homeowners buy a forsythia dreaming about the bright yellow flowers that appear early in spring. That’s why you put it near a window, door, or path so you can see it clearly when … Read more
Rattlesnake plant (Goeppertia insignis) is a tropical evergreen perennial native to Brazil, commonly grown as an indoor houseplant. It can be hard to take care of and isn’t the best houseplant for beginners because it needs specific amounts of light, heat, and water. If you take the time to care for it, though, you will … Read more
I’ve seen squirrels eat a huge range of things, from bugs, tree buds, bird eggs, and mushrooms. However, squirrels really enjoy one type of food more than any other. This is a big reason why they are so good at surviving harsh winters. Almost all food eaten by squirrels is seeds and nuts harvested from … Read more
Have you ever admired the beauty of a towering cypress tree? With their iconic conical shape and gracefully swaying branches, cypress trees make a striking statement in any landscape. Growing cypress trees from seeds is a rewarding endeavor that allows you to nurture a tiny seed into a magnificent, decades-old living sculpture. Successfully sprouting cypress … Read more
Cuando se trata de describir la belleza de un jardín en español, hay muchas frases útiles y expresiones descriptivas para capturar la esencia de las plantas y flores. En este artículo, exploraremos cómo decir “el jardín tiene muchas plantas” y otras frases relacionadas en un español vibrante y colorido. Frases Simples para Describir Plantas en … Read more
I got ready to till the soil over and found 5 Allium bulbs growing. Has anyones bulbs emerged? They are definitely not waiting for the Forsythia to bloom. Related Stories. Allium is a genus of flowering plants that includes over 700 species, including the culinary favorites like onions, garlic, leeks, chives and shallots When these … Read more
CARPELL: It’s still a pumpkin, even though it’s not supposed to be. It has to do with sex, though. The pumpkin plant has both male and female flowers. The male flower is tall and has yellow pollen inside it, while the female flower has a little bump on top of it. The female flower thought … Read more
Idioms add color and character to language The whimsical phrase “three peas in a pod” has long been a favorite way to describe close-knit groups or striking similarities. Where did this idiom come from and how is it used? The Literal Origin Like many idioms, “three peas in a pod” starts with a literal agricultural … Read more
Hydrangeas are prized ornamental shrubs that bloom beautifully from spring through fall. Their large showy flower heads come in shades of pink blue, purple, white and green depending on the variety. However, hydrangeas grow rapidly and can become overgrown and unruly over time. Dividing oversized hydrangeas helps rejuvenate them and controls their size. Here’s a … Read more