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Decorating cards, invitations, scrapbooks or other paper crafts with a pretty floral border is an easy way to add artistic flair. Flower borders immediately create a feminine, springtime feel with their graceful blooms and winding vines. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced artist, learning how to draw flower borders is a fun and rewarding skill. … Read more
Sunflowers, a flower that has stood the test of time, fascinating to many all around the world. Originally cultivated in North America around 3000 BCE, these resilient flowers have earned their place in everybodys garden. Because they are flexible, useful, and look good, they are a tough competitor to all other famous flowers. Luckily, sunflowers … Read more
You have seen your olive tree do well in the warmer weather (if the UK weather keeps its summer promise, that is!). But now that fall and winter are here, you are probably worried about how your tree will do in the colder weather. Even though olive trees are very hardy plants, if they are … Read more
As an Iowan gardener, I love growing towering sunflowers to add cheer and beauty to my landscape. Their bright, happy faces evoke summer days and attract pollinators to my yard. But to get the most out of these sun-loving annuals it’s important to know the optimum time for planting sunflower seeds in Iowa’s variable climate. … Read more
For gardeners and homeowners fed up with pesky weeds rock salt can be an affordable and effective weed killing alternative to commercial herbicides. But before you swap out your Roundup for a bag of rock salt it’s important to understand the pros and cons of using salt as a DIY weed control option. What Type … Read more
It’s so easy and successful to grow blueberries in pots that you might want to give it a try even if you have enough room in your garden for this antioxidant-rich fruit. If you want to grow blueberries but your soil isn’t right for them, you should grow them in pots. Blueberry plants can thrive … Read more
Finding it hard to keep your cyclamen plant alive? Read this article to learn what to do when the leaves on your plant start to turn yellow and fall off. If you’ve noticed the leaves of your cyclamen plant turning yellow, don’t panic! Yellowing leaves are a common issue cyclamen owners face, but the causes … Read more
With their exotic, tropical allure and delicious ruby fruit, it’s no wonder gardeners are eager to grow pomegranate trees indoors. But are these shrubby fruit producers really suited to life as houseplants? The short answer is yes! With the right care and conditions, pomegranates can thrive indoors and even produce fruit. In this comprehensive guide … Read more
Marigolds are a brightly colored, easy to grow annual flower that can bring a burst of color to gardens borders, containers and more. Their cheery blossoms come in shades of yellow orange, red and white. Before you can enjoy these flowers, the first step is planting the seeds correctly. This raises a common question for … Read more