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One of the delights of spring is seeing apricot trees erupt in beautiful white or pink blossoms before forming sweet, tangy fruits. But apricot bloom times can vary depending on climate, variety, and seasonal conditions. Read on to learn when you can expect apricot trees to flower based on your location. Typical Apricot Bloom Period … Read more
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video If you’ve grown bee balm you probably know about powdery mildew. This fungal disease produces a powdery white film on the leaves. This prevents sunlight from reaching the leaves that can eventually yellow and brown. Fortunately, you … Read more
As a hobby gardener who loves to cook, I’m always looking for new ways to incorporate edibles into my backyard. This year, I’ve decided to try growing shallots for the first time by planting them in the fall. Known for their mild, sweet onion flavor, shallots are a tasty addition to many recipes. In this … Read more
Bloomaker Tulips are available in the U.S. in various grocery stores and retailers (find ones near you here) We know you want to regrow your tulips and keep your Bloomaker bulbs healthy all year long. Here are our instructions for regrowing your tulips in two different ways: in soil and hydroponically. Tulips are a classic … Read more
Finding a hoard of aphids attacking the leaves and blooms of your prized iris plants is certainly dismaying These sap-sucking insects can quickly damage and deform iris foliage and flowers when infestations get out of control Luckily, there are several effective organic and chemical treatment options for banishing aphids from iris for good. With the … Read more
Sign up for our daily newsletter to get gardening tips and advice. No content available. Subhead With its broad, deep green leaves and charming white blooms, the peace lily is one of the most popular houseplants around. Its lush yet graceful appearance adds a touch of tranquility to indoor spaces. But is this beloved houseplant … Read more
Know when to trim burning bush plants, whether they need a gentle shaping or major prune As the leaves change color in the fall, burning bush, which is also known as Euonymus alatus, is a reliable shrub. Burning bushes are low-maintenance shrubs that grow slowly and look good in a lot of different landscapes. However, … Read more
A beloved symbol of autumn, Pumpkins (Cucurbita pepo) are plump annuals grown for their fleshy, nutritious fruits. Pumpkins are easy and fun to grow. In the US and Canada, they are carved into jack-o’-lanterns for Halloween and baked into pies for Thanksgiving dessert. Pumpkins are a fun and tasty crop to grow in the garden. … Read more
Remember that we put up a holiday window box on the front of our house for last year’s Christmas home tour? Since we didn’t put up any outdoor lights, this was the only way we could make the outside of our house look festive. Denise, a friend of my mom’s, used to work as a … Read more
Cucumbers are a tasty vegetable that also happen to be prolific growers. The sprawling vines can easily take over your garden if left to spread along the ground. Growing cucumbers vertically saves space while promoting better airflow and sun exposure for improved plant health and abundant harvests. Overview on Vertical Cucumber Growing Cucumbers are warm … Read more