Robby 
Every gardener’s goal is to keep each plant looking good by making sure it stays healthy, lush, and bright. Nothing disrupts a plant’s aesthetics more than the presence of unsightly yellow leaves. Right now, I seem to have lost my gardening mojo because my rubber plant leaves are turning yellow. When I try to hide … Read more
Right now, before spring comes around, is the best time to learn how to keep ants from building nests in your yard. When ants invade your yard, they are tempted to find their way inside your home too. This article will show you how to get rid of ants in your yard so they don’t … Read more
Patio peach trees are a joy to grow. Their colorful flowers in spring and delicious juicy fruit in summer make them a prized addition to any outdoor space. However, keeping patio peach trees healthy requires providing proper care, especially during the dormant winter months. With some simple maintenance you can ensure your patio peach tree … Read more
If you grow basil, you’ll notice pretty white or purple flower buds emerging on the plants in summer. Many gardeners promptly pinch these off to encourage more leaf growth. But don’t toss those fragrant basil flowers! Both the buds and fully opened blooms can be used in a variety of ways. Read on for 12 … Read more
These plants like to be wet and do well in shade. If you plant them in the right place, they will be very low-maintenance in your garden. In the same way that ferns grow in similar conditions, many woodland plants look great with them, says Master Horticulturist Colin Skelly. These plants usually bloom in the … Read more
My son gave me a jasmine plant in the fall of this year. It has been indoors and seems like it is slowly dying. Every so often, the leaves on one branch at a time dry out, and then the whole branch dries out. It is in a south facing window and set on a … Read more
Hedges can be a beautiful addition to any outdoor space, providing privacy, acting as a living fence, and adding greenery to your yard. However, over time, hedges can become unruly, overgrown and require too much maintenance. If your hedge has gotten out of control or you want to remove it completely to make room for … Read more
Dahlias have fairly high nutrient requirements and, like other flowering plants, require plenty of potassium to bloom well. David Hall, manager and director of Halls of Heddon, says that this flowering plant needs to be fed a potassium-rich feed in order to get the nutrients it needs: “Dahlias respond well to regular feeding – but … Read more
Mimosa pudica, also known as the sensitive plant or touch-me-not plant, is a fascinating houseplant that responds to touch by rapidly closing its leaves. This plant has become increasingly popular in recent years thanks to videos showing its unique movements going viral online. If you’re looking to add a mimosa pudica plant to your own … Read more
Well, the saying goes, “as easy as shelling peas.” But is it really that easy to grow snow peas? If you follow my 5 top tips, you should be able to do it! Snow peas are usually grown to eat whole, and they’re remarkably similar to sugar snap peas. In fact, sugar snap peas are … Read more