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Vinca, also known as periwinkle is an annual flower that blooms abundantly in summer heat. Its flowers come in a range of bright colors like red, orange pink, purple, and white. Vinca makes an excellent garden bedding plant and it also thrives in containers. To get vinca flowers blooming as early as possible in summer, … Read more
I’ve had several readers write to me lately asking me if transplants would be alright shipped across country. They also wanted to know how long the onions would keep. Onion sets are miniature onion bulbs that can be planted to grow into full-size onions They are convenient for gardeners who want to skip the seed … Read more
Letting your lawn get overgrown is something that happens to most homeowners at some point. Life gets busy and before you know it, your lawn has grown knee-high! Getting an overgrown lawn back under control takes some time and effort, but following the proper techniques will get the job done right. Here is a step-by-step … Read more
I’ve gotten lots of questions regarding gardening and how to begin growing food. I’ve been gardening for years, but I haven’t written or made a video about it because I don’t think I’m good enough to share. By no means am I an expert. I’ve learned more from doing things myself and from watching my … Read more
With its large, vibrant leaves and tropical look, the Strelitzia nicolai plant, also known as the giant white bird of paradise, makes a stunning houseplant. Native to South Africa, this arching plant can grow up to 20 feet tall in its natural habitat but typically reaches 3-8 feet indoors. Caring for these beauties is straightforward … Read more
As a cool weather crop, peas are a great choice for starting seed saving. With proper drying and storage, pea seeds remain viable for several years, allowing you to grow treasured varieties year after year Harvesting pea seeds at the right time and drying them properly are key steps When to Harvest Pea Seeds Timing … Read more
Mulberry (Morus spp. ) trees are fast-growing, deciduous trees that are known for their different leaf shapes, tasty berries, and the awful stains their berries can leave on the sidewalk if they land on someone’s mouth instead. Some have red fruit while others produce tasty purple or white fruit. A fruitless cultivar exists for those … Read more
Wildflowers are some of the easiest and most rewarding plants to grow. Seeds are a natural wonder because they contain the energy to live and can stay alive for many years, even decades or centuries if they are stored properly. Wildflowers require little water once established, and provide show-stopping color year after year. They also … Read more
As gardeners we have come to think of autumn as the end of the gardening season. It is anything but the end. All of you, fall means the start of gardening season for next year. There’s no better way to start the season than by planting onions, shallots, and elephant garlic. Today, we are going … Read more
Clematis are a perennial garden favorite. People often see them climbing up a trellis or arbor or falling off the edge of a wall or big pot. They are reliable bloomers and are probably best known for their prolific displays of beautiful showy flowers. There are many different types of Clematis. They are mostly perennial … Read more