Robby 
Wondering how to grow cucamelons? You’ve come to the right place. Cucamelons may look like a mouse-sized watermelon, but they taste like a cucumber with a citrus kick. In Mexico, a cucumber is called “sandía de raton,” which means “watermelon for a mouse.” It is also known as the Mexican Sour Gherkin and the Mouse … Read more
As a long-time raspberry lover, I’ve always been fascinated by the tiny seeds hidden inside these sweet, tasty berries. Raspberries are an amazing fruit, bursting with flavor and nutrition. But have you ever wondered about those miniature seeds inside? What do raspberry seeds really look like? In this article, we’ll take a close look at … Read more
The unique thing with bulbs is you see them in Spring but can only plant them in Autumn. I am often asked questions about my design and layout of bulbs and when they are in flower. People have asked me how they got their bulb containers to flower for such a long time this year … Read more
Poppies are one of the most iconic and recognizable flowers in the world. Their vibrant colors and delicate petals have captivated people for centuries. But just how many petals do poppies have? The answer depends on the specific species. An Overview of Poppy Flowers Poppies belong to the Papaveraceae family of flowering plants There are … Read more
Squash is a popular vegetable for home gardeners in Colorado to grow. But knowing exactly when to direct seed or transplant squash can be tricky with our state’s fickle weather. With proper timing, you can maximize your yields of delicious summer and winter squash varieties. An Overview of Squash Types There are a few main … Read more
Peonies, with their full, luxurious blooms and rich colors, easily captivate the hearts of gardeners. There are different kinds of these perennial plants, such as the strong tree peonies, the traditional herbaceous peonies, and the hybrid Itoh peonies. Each is beautiful in its own way. “Can you plant peonies in the spring?” is a question … Read more
Anise-Scented Sage Black & Bloom, Blue Anise Sage Black & Bloom, Brazilian Anise Sage Black & Bloom Salvia guaranitica ‘Black’ is as tough as nails. It blooms from late spring until frost. The flowers grow on thin, dark stems that rise above a thicket of ovate green leaves. Aromatic, the foliage exudes a soft anise … Read more
My dear friend, Erin Maciejewski, is a wizard when it comes to growing gorgeous dahlias in pots. As of 2016, she has planted dahlia tubers successfully in a wide range of containers, from standard flower pots to wooden wine barrel-style planters. As a dahlia farmer, I am frequently asked the best practices for growing dahlias … Read more
Sharing about native plants and their benefits to the environment is something we are so passionate about. There are many tools on our site that can help people garden with native plants in the ground. In addition, we want to help encourage gardening with native plants in containers or pots. From seeds, we’ve grown a … Read more
When you first get your Tillandsia air plants, you may notice that some of them are green all the way through while others have a brownish tint to their lower parts. Even though this might make you worried, don’t worry—a darker base doesn’t always mean bad things for your plant’s health! In fact, for some … Read more