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Statice blooms are easy to grow, attract beneficial pollinators, and are known for their long-lasting and colorful blooms. If you live in a mild-winter area, it may even become a short-lived perennial. In addition, statice is on many florists’ lists of favorite filler flowers. In this blog, I’ll show you how to grow statice from … Read more
This carefully chosen border of bright Oriental Poppies (Papaver orientale), deep purple spikes of Sage, and architectural Ornamental Onions (Alliums) will make your late spring to midsummer garden look better. Bearded Irises (Iris germanica) add a touch of elegance to the group, making a border that is both visually and texturally interesting. Asian poppies are … Read more
If you’ve noticed the fronds of your parlor palm turning brown, don’t panic! This is a common issue that can be easily fixed with a few simple adjustments to your care routine. As a long-time parlor palm owner myself, I’ve dealt with those frustrating brown tips but was able to get my plant thriving again. … Read more
But you don’t have to move to the South to have a fig tree. Most of them only do well in USDA zones 7 and up. You can grow your own fresh figs even if you live in the North! First, choose the types that can handle cold weather the best. Celeste Fig, Brown Turkey … Read more
With its delicate pink bell flowers and sweet fragrance, pink lily of the valley is a delightful old-fashioned perennial. This shade-loving plant thrives as a carefree groundcover and also works nicely in containers. Read on for tips on growing and caring for pink lily of the valley in your garden. Overview of Pink Lily of … Read more
Gorgeous redbud trees put on an impressive floral display in early spring before most trees have even leafed out. Their abundant blooms range from bright pink to lavender to even white, ripening into heart-shaped leaves that provide greenery through fall. It’s no wonder redbud trees are so popular in home landscapes. Though redbuds are often … Read more
Who doesn’t love this herb? When planted rosemary is turning brown, herb lovers and plant parents often panic. Learn how to fix it. With its pine-like fragrance and versatility in the kitchen, rosemary is a treasured herb for any gardener. But this Mediterranean native can be particular about its growing conditions. If your rosemary starts … Read more
Oh, rhubarb! That sour and tangy treat! If you like rhubarb jams or the simple Rhubarb Crumble, you know how great it is to have a plant that grows well in your garden. But how do you keep your rhubarb plants healthy? Knowing when and how to split them is an important part of taking … Read more
With its pungent, woodsy flavor, oregano has become a staple in dishes ranging from pizza to roasted vegetables Both fresh and dried oregano add depth and zest to recipes Fortunately, oregano is also one of the easiest herbs to grow at home, making it readily available for culinary use. However, there is some confusion around … Read more
Orchids are stunning tropical epiphytes that grow on trees in their natural rainforest habitat. By mounting orchids on palm trees, we can recreate a bit of that tropical magic at home. The sight of graceful orchids clinging to the trunks of palm trees is eye-catching and exotic. In this article, we’ll look at how to … Read more