Robby Having grown up in the countryside, nature and self-sufficiency have always been big part of my life. Nature is everything to me, and I got to learn even more about it while I was in college studying agricultural systems science. Favourite fruit: apples, blackberries and plums Favourite vegetables: potatoes, peppers and courgettes. Alocasia zebrina is … Read more
Maple trees are symbolic of strength, endurance, balance, and longevity. Unfortunately, sneaky thieves try to take these trees’ beauty, but we can help you figure out what diseases affect maple trees and how to treat them. Perfect as specimen trees or lining a long driveway, you can’t deny their beauty and majesty. Typically, maple trees … Read more
With their vibrant colors and striking blooms, African daisies make a gorgeous addition to any garden. If you’re looking to add these beauties to your outdoor space, you’re in luck – many retailers offer African daisy plants for sale. Here’s what you need to know about these showy plants and where to find African daisies … Read more
Canna lilies are tropical flowering plants prized for their lush, colorful foliage and showy blooms. With their fast growth and large size, proper spacing is crucial when planting canna lilies in your garden. This article provides a complete guide to canna lily dimensions, including typical height and width ranges, to help you plan their spacing … Read more
With their large, tropical-looking leaves and dazzling spires of blooms in vibrant shades, canna lily plants make a dramatic statement in gardens. Their flowers come in a diverse range of hues from rich reds to sunny yellows. When picturing canna lilies most people first think of the tall brilliant red-flowered varieties. But there is an … Read more
There is a group of leaf beetles in the family Chrysomelidae that are called flea beetles. As their name suggests, they can jump because their back legs are very big. Overall they are not very large in size (described as small to moderately-sized, ranging from 1. 5 to 4 mm typically). Flea beetles can also … Read more
Tiny blue forget-me-not flowers carry a poignant message of remembrance. When given out at funerals, the seeds represent lasting love and honoring those we’ve lost. Forget-me-nots have become a touching funeral tradition. What are Forget-Me-Nots? Forget-me-nots are a flowering plant from the borage family. There are over 500 species with the common woodland forget-me-not (Myosotis … Read more
With its bright and cheerful blooms, Gerbera daisies bring joy to any garden. To keep your plants flowering happily all season, it’s essential to know how to cut gerbera daisies properly. Cutting gerberas encourages new growth and blooms It also removes spent flowers and keeps the plant neat and tidy, In this article, I’ll share … Read more
For gardens seeking an elegant narrow evergreen, Picea glauca ‘Skinny Blue Genes’ is a perfect choice. This aptly named cultivar of the Black Hills spruce boasts rich blue needles and a slender conical form that adds refined vertical interest. Discover why this distinctive spruce deserves a spot in landscapes seeking standout conifers. Part of the … Read more
Leyland cypress trees (Cupressus × leylandii) are a popular evergreen tree species widely used in landscaping and horticulture. The Monterey cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa) and Alaskan cedar (Chamaecyparis nootkatensis) bred with each other to make this hybrid species. People like Leyland cypress trees because they grow quickly, have dense foliage, and can be used to make … Read more