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Daylilies are a popular perennial flower that add vibrant color and texture to gardens. Their trumpet-shaped blooms come in a rainbow of colors and patterns, blooming from early summer well into fall. Daylilies are easy to grow, extremely hardy, and multiply quickly to form impressive clumps. They make excellent border plants, groundcovers, or specimens in … Read more
The Sparkling Sarah Chinese Evergreen is a gorgeous variegated cultivar of the classic Aglaonema houseplant With its deep green leaves elegantly splashed with shades of pink, cream and white, this easy-care plant lights up any indoor space Here is everything you need to know about growing the Sparkling Sarah Chinese Evergreen plant successfully indoors. Overview … Read more
All that’s necessary to propagate prickly pear cactus is a donor plant. The prickly pear cactus (Opuntia) is beautiful and incredibly easy to propagate from a cutting. When I first moved to Arizona, one of the first plants I purchased was a prickly pear. I was unaware that a prickly pear cactus produced fruit at … Read more
Oak trees are prized for their stately appearance and valued for providing shade, but sometimes pesky weeds that mimic oak leaves can popup in your landscape. These imposters can quickly take over flower beds and gardens if not properly identified and controlled. Learning to distinguish lookalike weeds from real oak leaves is an important skill … Read more
When I began gardening in 2013, growing blueberries topped my list of garden priorities. Even though blueberries are one of the healthiest fruits you can eat, nothing beats the taste of the ones you grow yourself. And if you’re trying to save money, growing your own blueberries will save you a lot of money over … Read more
Lettuce grows best in cool weather, so most home gardens plant it in early spring, pick it in late spring to early summer, and then throw it away in favor of other vegetables in the middle of summer. As the days get cooler in the fall, some gardeners might plant a second crop of lettuce. … Read more
A low mound of ferny leaves that are medium green and have a strong white edge around each leaflet. In cool spring weather, the edges turn pink. Clusters of lightly fragrant violet-blue flowers. Among avid gardeners, Jacob’s ladder ‘Stairway to Heaven’ has reached legendary status for its striking variegated foliage and reliable performance This Polemonium … Read more
Roses are a favorite flowering plant of gardeners all over the world. Roses come in more than 150 different species, but they all have the same soft, heartfelt look. You could add rose bushes to your garden, but maybe you want something a little different. Beginner gardeners might find it hard to keep up with … Read more
The Ann magnolia is a spectacular hybrid magnolia prized for its vibrant reddish-purple blooms that resemble tulips While Ann magnolias are showstoppers at any age, a full grown specimen in peak bloom is an unforgettable sight If you have the space to accommodate its mature size, planting an Ann magnolia is a rewarding way to … Read more
In order to achieve a successful home garden, you have to incorporate several farming practices into your routine. A lot of people think that all you need are seeds, soil, and water, but how you take care of your yard is also important. One important agricultural practice that you should incorporate straight away is mulching. … Read more