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Ground covers are usually grown for their dense, quickly spreading leaves, but many of them also have beautiful flowers, and some of them bloom for weeks on end. Flowering ground covers that do well in shade, like Pachysandra or Epimedium (barrenwort), are great for adding lots of color to woodland gardens or as understory plants … Read more
If you’ve been paying close attention to your gardens, you may have seen early green shoots emerge from the ground or even your first flowers of 2023, most likely a snowdrop or crocus. You might be afraid that the cold will kill them or that it’s a sign of climate change, since Rhode Island just … Read more
planted 58 5 gallon Indian Laurel plants a month ago. I live inland San Diego east of the 15 hwy. today I noticed damage to the top 25% of most of the plants. Damage includes partial to complete browning of the top 25% of the shrub, which looked noticeably younger than the bottom 25%. the … Read more
With their vibrantly colored blooms that thrive in shady spots, impatiens are a popular choice to add striking floral displays to gardens. However, impatiens do require adequate moisture to look their best. Learning how much water impatiens need and when to water them is key to growing these annuals successfully. How Often to Water Impatiens … Read more
Find your perfect holly leaf . Free pictures to download and use in your next project. Holly is one of the most iconic symbols of the holiday season. The vibrant green leaves paired with bright red berries evoke festive feelings of Christmas If you want free images of holly with berries to decorate your holiday … Read more
As part of getting ready for the season, we decorate our homes with plants and plan a lush living area that will wow guests. And what better plant to make your home look better than a Fiddle-Leaf Fig Tree? Of course, taking care of your Fiddle Leaf Fig is an important part of making your … Read more
Honeynut squash is a delicious winter squash valued for its sweet, nutty flavor and small, personal-sized fruits. With proper harvesting and curing techniques, these squash can be enjoyed months after the growing season ends. This guide will walk you through the signs of ripeness, best harvesting methods, and post-harvest curing process for honeynut squash. Follow … Read more
The butterfly bush (Buddleia davidii) is a fast-growing deciduous shrub that produces an abundance of cone-shaped floral clusters ranging from white to purple. It thrives in zones 5-9 and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Propagating your own butterfly bushes is an easy and affordable way to add more of these pollinator-friendly plants to your landscape, There … Read more
This expert advice on how to take care of chrysanthemums in a vase will make it easy to take care of these unsung heroes of gardening. People often call these long-lasting flowers chrysanths or mums, and they’re popular for the wide range of colors and flower shapes they come in. In fact, some varieties are … Read more
Morning glories (Ipomoea) are beautiful old-fashioned plants that add color and vertical interest to any garden. They climb mailboxes, lamp posts, fences, and anything else their tendrils can reach. Pot growing morning glory plants is a great way to keep these vigorous vines in check. Morning glories are one of the most beloved old-fashioned garden … Read more