Robby 
Learning how to plant gladioli is an easy way to transform backyard borders into a dazzling summer display. Trumpet Lilies, which are also called Sword Lilies, have tall spires of trumpet-shaped flowers that come in almost every color, from pure white and lime green to red. There are also plenty of appealing ruffled, double and … Read more
Knowing how to trim lilac bushes keeps them vibrant and neat. After the first five years, a lilac bush needs to be pruned every year to keep its shape and the right amount of new flowering shoots and older stems. A fully grown lilac bush is usually between 8 and 15 feet tall. If it … Read more
It seems every gardener has their own secrets for growing tomatoes. But there are some basic things you should and shouldn’t do when moving tomato seedlings into the garden. Following these practices will ensure your tomato plants get off to a good start. Transplanting tomato plants is an essential step to ensuring a successful crop. … Read more
You can grow red berries in your yard or pick them from the wild if you love them. The first thing you need to do is learn how to spot poisonous red berry trees. When you put red berries in your yard in the fall or spring, they look beautiful against the deep greens and … Read more
By Jenn Dana This season makes my head spin! There is so much going on in the garden in the spring. Just this weekend, we transferred our tomatoes to our outdoor garden area. In honor of the holiday, I’ll show you how to start tomato plants indoors before moving them outside. This step-by-step how-to guide … Read more
Boston fern is a classic, old-fashioned houseplant valued for its long, lacy fronds. Even though the fern isn’t hard to grow, its leaves fall off if it doesn’t get enough water and bright light. It’s not hard to water a Boston fern, but it takes some practice and close attention to detail to know how … Read more
The neanthe bella palm, also known as the parlor palm, is a popular tropical houseplant renowned for its air purifying abilities and elegant, graceful appearance. With its dwarf size and adaptive nature, this palm thrives indoors when provided with proper care tailored to its preferences. Below we will cover everything you need to know about … Read more
There’s something special about plants in our houses. Additionally, they make our space more comfortable and attractive, and they can also clean the air. Mostly we place plants somewhere where they can get enough bright indirect or direct sunlight. But what should you do to bring life into the dark corners of your home? Luckily, … Read more
It’s heaven when you can find fresh chives to decorate meats and cheeses, season breads and soups, or just add to a salad for a fresh, slightly oniony taste. Chives are an essential part of any culinary garden and dry wonderfully for winter use. If you are planning a kitchen garden and wondering what to … Read more
Calendula, also known as pot marigold is a cheerful edible flower that also has medicinal uses. Its bright orange and yellow blossoms bloom prolifically from late spring through fall in most climates. If you grow calendula collecting the seeds each year to replant is easy to do. Below are step-by-step instructions for harvesting calendula seeds … Read more