Robby 
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
With their spiky floral spikes in shades of purple blue, pink red, and white, salvias bring unique beauty to gardens. These hardy perennials also attract pollinators and bloom profusely from summer to fall. But salvias look even better when paired with complementary companion plants. The vertical form and bountiful blossoms of salvias allow them to … Read more
Hostas are classic shade garden plants, prized for their lush foliage and ability to thrive in shady spots. But despite their popularity, there is often confusion about hosta “bulbs” and what they actually look like. Read on for a beginner’s guide to understanding hosta bulbs and their growth habits. Hostas Are Not True Bulbs First, … Read more
As spring approaches, I hear a lot of people talking about growing those old, heavily sprouted potatoes that you find at the bottom of your pantry or buying potatoes to plant from the store because seed potatoes are so expensive. This is another gardening topic that gets a lot of attention online. However, most of … Read more
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you didn’t follow all the advice about crop rotation? Most of the advice says that my plants would get sick right away, and my yields would be record low! That sounds terrible, but is it true? At the end of an article about crop rotation, the grower … Read more
Common bleeding heart (Lamprocapnos spectabilis) is a spring-blooming herbaceous perennial that forms arching stems from rhizomatous roots. The plant is a fast grower that typically reaches 2 to 3 feet tall within around 60 days. Although it flourishes best outdoors, you can keep a bleeding heart plant indoors as well. Bleeding heart flowers are small … Read more
A bountiful herb garden is a timeless luxury. Just being able to walk outside and pick a handful of fresh, fragrant herbs can make the difference between a good meal and a great one. And what herb garden is complete without at least one beautiful, bountiful basil plant?. The mint family includes this very fragrant … Read more
SunPatiens (Impatiens x hybrida SunPatiens®) are an impatiens hybrid that can withstand full sun in containers and flowerbeds. Impatiens are one of the most popular annual flowers. However, the light requirements of common impatiens limit where you can plant them. They do best in at least some shade, and the sun should stay away from … Read more
Your soils quality is important when growing or establishing a healthy garden. There is an assortment of products available, including lime, fertilizers and pesticides. When used correctly and in the right conditions, barn lime can help your garden grow and keep the soil’s pH level. Barn lime is basic agricultural lime. It is also known … Read more