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Red oaks are one of the most common and recognizable deciduous trees in North America. Their brilliant fall foliage and shapely form make them a landscape standout. If you want to identify and learn more about red oaks, this guide covers everything you need to know. Red Oak Tree Identification There are over 90 different … Read more
On a calendar, there are so many happy days to celebrate! Most holidays are about good things like love, friendship, and appreciation, but some are more serious. For example, Day of the Dead, which is called Día de los Muertos in Spanish, tells you to remember and honor those who have died. People honor the … Read more
Some of the links below are affiliate links, which means that if you click on them and then buy something, I will get paid for it. Regardless, I only link to products we use on our homestead or believe in. If you grow your own food and certain diseases affect some of your crops, it … Read more
With their tall, colorful flower spikes, lupines are eye-catching additions to any garden. If you’re looking to add these stunning perennials to your landscape, you may be wondering – where can I find lupine plants for sale near me? Luckily, lupines have become quite popular for gardens and cut flowers, so they are readily available … Read more
The gorgeous dappled willow tree with its colorful variegated foliage, is a prized ornamental specimen. But where can you find these stunning tri-color willows for sale if you want to plant one in your own yard? With their growing popularity dappled willow availability has expanded, so tracking down local sources is getting easier. This guide … Read more
Irises are some of the most beautiful and iconic flowers that grace our gardens each spring. With their distinctive sword-like leaves and stunning blooms in a rainbow of colors it’s no wonder these flowers have been loved and celebrated for centuries. But if you’re new to growing irises, you may be wondering – what do … Read more
Hicks yew is an attractive and versatile evergreen shrub valued for its lush dense foliage and columnar growth habit. Its botanical name is Taxus x media ‘Hicksii’ and it’s a hybrid between the English yew (Taxus baccata) and the Japanese yew (Taxus cuspidata). If you’re considering adding Hicks yew to your landscape, one thing you’ll … Read more
Tree Peonies are woody perennial shrubs. They bloom in early spring, after woodland peonies and before herbaceous peonies. Their woody structure supports gigantic dinner-plate-sized flowers on plants that can grow up to 7 feet. While tree peonies can take full sun, they thrive in dappled light. Tree peonies add structure to the garden after they … Read more
As a gardener, determining the optimal watering schedule for your carrot seeds is crucial for maximizing germination rates and getting a healthy crop. Carrot seeds need consistent moisture to sprout and become established. However, overwatering can easily lead to issues like seed rot or fungal diseases. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore everything you need … Read more
Dogwood trees are beloved for their showy spring blooms and attractive foliage. But sometimes these ornamental trees struggle to thrive, showing signs of decline like scant leaf growth, dead branches, spots on leaves or limp flowers. If your dogwood tree seems to be dying, don’t give up on it yet! With some diligent care and … Read more