Robby 
Mounting air plants (Tillandsia) on wood is really easy and very easy to care for. They don’t need potting soil to grow; instead, they usually attach themselves to a tree and get their food and water from the air (hence the name) and dead things like leaves. They don’t depend on other plants for food, … Read more
The August Beauty Gardenia (Gardenia jasminoides ‘August Beauty’) is a popular evergreen flowering shrub known for its incredibly fragrant, pure white blooms that perfume the garden from late spring through summer. With its lustrous dark green foliage that provides year-round interest and heavenly scented flowers it’s easy to see why gardeners love this plant. However … Read more
Each fall, I look forward to the arrival of all the different seed company catalogs. With each passing year, the diversity of summer squash variety seeds in gardening catalogs seems to expand. Zigzag and summer squash are two of our most popular foods at the farmers’ market. They are a sure sign that summer has … Read more
The string of frogs is an intriguing and unique houseplant that is exploding in popularity right now. Its dangling stems bear glossy, oak-shaped leaves that closely resemble cute little frogs sitting in a row. While they look delicate, string of frog plants are not too difficult for beginner houseplant owners to care for By understanding … Read more
While spring gets all the glory for flowering trees, there are a number of stunning species that bloom in autumn as well. Extending the floral display into fall, these trees provide a final hurrah of color before the bleakness of winter sets in. Ranging from delicate blossoms to vibrant foliage, they bring joy and sustenance … Read more
As an autumn chill sets in pumpkin growers start anxiously watching weather forecasts. A light frost can damage vines while a hard freeze can ruin the crop. So can pumpkin plants survive frost? With proper care and protection pumpkins can endure some cold temps. But gardeners need to know what to do before and after … Read more
Peace, love and happiness. That’s the motto we all strive to live by these days. But how can we spread these good vibes in a world that seems to have gone mad? One fun way is to decorate your outdoor space with a light up peace sign! Not only are these cute yard decorations but … Read more
The Leonard Messel magnolia is a gorgeous, flowering deciduous tree admired for its early spring blooms and compact form. This hybrid magnolia is a cross between Magnolia kobus and Magnolia stellata, combining the cold hardiness of one parent with the floral beauty of the other. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know … Read more
As a nature photographer and gardening enthusiast, I’m always seeking to capture the striking beauty of plants through my camera lens. One of my favorite subjects is the ficus tree, with its glossy leaves and graceful forms. In this post, I’ll showcase some of my favorite ficus tree pictures while providing tips on how to … Read more
Due to a cross between hybrid perpetual roses and old-fashioned tea roses, hybrid tea roses are now known as Rosa x hybrida. They are set apart by their large, high buds and tall, straight stems. The hybrid tea rose has long, pointed buds that open by slowly unfurling. Hybrid tea roses usually only have one … Read more