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When trees trade in their bare-boned branches for leafy green stems, it’s clear spring has arrived! But what should you do if your trees are still bare in the spring? That’s what Ohio reader Dianna asked when her flowering plum and paperbark maple trees didn’t get any new leaves in the spring after an unusually … Read more
The weather is finally going to get nice this weekend, and since it’s the bank holiday, it’s a great time to have fun with your family in the garden! If you’re not going anywhere, here are some ideas for FREE and FUN things to do outside with your kids. You can have fun with them … Read more
My favorite flowers to grow are flowers that serve many purposes in a garden. As a drought-tolerant, pollinator-friendly cut flower, yarrow definitely meets that criteria. I love growing yarrow in my garden for many reasons. Today I’m going to talk about those reasons and give you some tips on how to do the same. Yarrow … Read more
Do you love tulips but don’t want to plant and wait for the bulbs to bloom in the spring? What if we told you there was an easier and faster way to enjoy tulips before they would grow naturally outside? You can start the season quickly if you don’t have a green thumb or are … Read more
Dock leaves are a common sight in many backyards and wild areas. Their large, distinctive leaves often have wavy or curly edges. But are these leaves safe for human consumption? Let’s explore the potential risks of eating dock leaves. What is Dock? There are several species of dock but two of the most prevalent are … Read more
Roses love being fed. Better health and more flowers on your rose plant will come from giving it food and water. If you don’t want to frequently buy rose fertilizers from a nursery or online store, no worries. You can create your own homemade rose fertilizer at little or no cost. And the ingredients are … Read more
For gardeners wanting to provide optimal nutrition for container-grown plants, John Innes No. 3 compost is a top choice. Developed in England in the 1930s, the John Innes system features science-based compost blends ideal for potting and repotting. The numbers refer to the formula’s nutrient levels, with No. 3 having the highest fertility for mature … Read more
Insect eggs can be hidden in many unexpected places. Insects are good at hiding their babies to keep them safe from the weather or other animals that might try to eat them. You can find bug eggs on a leaf or small white eggs in the ground. The good news is that not all bug … Read more
As spring comes around, flowering cherry trees put on a beautiful show of pink or white flowers that cover their branches. Because they don’t grow very tall or wide, weeping cherry trees do well in small areas. They make beautiful specimen trees for a lawn, a courtyard, or a border. Little kids like to use … Read more
As a houseplant enthusiast, I’m always on the lookout for unique trailing plants to add to my collection. One of my favorites is the string of pearls (Senecio rowleyanus), with its spherical beads-on-a-string foliage. If you also love the string of pearls, you’ll be happy to know there are lots of equally interesting plants with … Read more