Robby Own root roses have become increasingly popular among home gardeners and rose enthusiasts in recent years Unlike most commercially sold roses that are grafted onto rootstock, own root roses are grown directly from cuttings This gives them a few key advantages that make them an excellent choice when shopping for roses to plant in your … Read more
Strawberry leaves can be a flavorful and aromatic addition to teas, desserts and other culinary creations. While fresh strawberry leaves impart a lovely flavor, drying these leaves allows you to preserve their taste and aroma for months or even years. Drying concentrates the leaves’ flavors and makes them more potent. With properly dried strawberry leaves … Read more
While many cats love catnip, one out of three felines doesn’t respond to this common herb. What if your cat doesn’t have the catnip gene? There are other herbs that may make their environment better and give them something fun to sniff. One of these herbs is valerian. The flowers of valerian were used to … Read more
The vibrant, otherworldly traps of the carnivorous Venus flytrap plant (Dionaea muscipula) fascinate gardeners and plant lovers alike. Their unique bilateral jaws elegantly snapping shut on insects that dare to enter their domain is a marvel of evolution. In recent years, images and offers for rare “blue Venus flytraps” have circulated online, enticing buyers. But … Read more
Overview of Freesia Native to Africa Grow from corms (similar to bulbs) Height 12-24 inches Bloom time late winter to early spring Fragrant flowers in many colors Require full sun Not frost hardy Freesia Planting Time in California Freesia corms should be planted in the fall in California, any time from September through November. This … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Sometimes homeowners love Spanish moss and sometimes hate it, even though it’s a common plant in many southern landscapes. Simply put, some love Spanish moss and others hate it. This article should help you get rid of … Read more
As a gardener, I often face the dilemma of whether or not to cut back astilbe flowers once they start turning brown. Astilbe, with their fluffy, feather-like blooms, are a gorgeous addition to any garden. However, once those plumes begin fading, it can leave you wondering what to do next. Should you cut the spent … Read more
Raspberry bushes can provide delicious fruit for years when cared for properly. However, their rapid growth and spread can quickly get out of hand, transforming them from prize berries to a nuisance weed. If you need to remove unwanted raspberry bushes, it takes persistence and diligence to fully eradicate them. But with the right approach, … Read more
There are a lot of lovely trees with pink flowers. To help you choose the right one, we’ve made a list of our favorites. Even though these trees are different sizes and shapes, all of them are very important to wildlife, especially the ones that produce fruit. If you are interested in seeing these trees, … Read more
Simple impatiens flower planter ideas for summer that really stand out and make your home look nice from the street Very low maintenance and provides continuous blooms. In the beginning of the growing season a few springs ago, I put two beautiful lobelia plants in our black porch planters. There were some lobelia that did … Read more