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Nothing beats the sweet, juicy flavor of homegrown strawberries fresh from the garden But those succulent berries unfortunately attract more than just your appetite Sneaky squirrels are infamous for helping themselves to strawberries just before harvest time. If you’re tired of having your crop pilfered, it’s time to outsmart those furry thieves. Read on to … Read more
PLANT HEIGHT: 4 – 5 in cooler climates / Up to 10 in frost free areas Check out our Hardy Hibiscus, Hardy Begonia, Hardy Verbena, Hardy Orange, and Hardy Hibiscus if you like the look of tropical plants but live in a cool place. * FREE SHIPPING ON ALL ADDITIONAL SEEDS! PAY ONE FLAT SHIPPING … Read more
Umbels can be purchased in our Online Garlic Store. Select them from the cultivars product page drop-down menu. Each product page provides information about how many bulbils are, on average, contained within each umbel. We allow a good number of umbels to grow to maturity for each cultivar. But if you know ahead of time … Read more
Peppermint (Mentha × piperita) was initially considered to belong to its own species. Later, it was found that the plant was a cross between spearmint (Mentha spicata) and watermint (Mentha aquatica). This amazingly aromatic herb is one of the oldest herbs used for ritual, culinary, and medicinal purposes. Today it is used for aesthetics, being … Read more
Controlling humidity is crucial for providing your reptile or amphibian with a healthy habitat. But what if the moisture levels are too high? Here are the top tips and techniques for lowering humidity in a terrarium when needed. Why Lowering Humidity May Be Necessary For tropical species like dart frogs and crested geckos, high humidity … Read more
Landscaping with plants that hug the ground, rather than tower overhead, offers many advantages for today’s busy homeowners. Low to the ground shrubs, also called groundcover shrubs, are an ideal choice to simplify yard care while achieving a polished, welcoming look. Benefits of Low Growing Shrubs Compared to large shrubs and trees, groundcover shrubs offer … Read more
Iceland poppies, with their delicate, tissue-paper petals and vibrant colors, are one of the most beautiful flowers you can grow in your garden. While they may seem intimidating to cultivate, Iceland poppies are actually quite easy and rewarding to grow once you understand their needs. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll share everything you need to … Read more
Grown for its spicy, pungent leaves, oregano is a sun-loving Mediterranean herb. Easy to grow, compact and drought tolerant, it thrives in pots or in the ground. It’s widely used in Italian and Greek cuisine, especially when dried. A low clump of small, fragrant leaves makes up oregano. In the summer, it sends up pretty … Read more
Summers that are long, hot, and dry are best for olive trees. Winters that are cool and not too dry are also good. They are native to Mediterranean climates. They like a sharply drained calcareous or limey soil, and can tolerate salty, coastal locations. Many types of olive trees need to be cross-pollinated, which means … Read more
The Hypoestes phyllostachya is a member of the Acanthaceae family. It’s sometimes called the “Polka Dot Plant” because its leaves have a pattern that makes them look like they’re full of dots. This plant comes from places like South Africa, Madagascar, and Southeast Asia, where it does well in tropical rainforests. In its natural environment, … Read more