A Step-by-Step Guide to Thinning Your Cucumber Seedlings for Optimal Growth

As exciting as it is to see a flush of tiny cucumber seedlings emerge in your garden bed or container, overcrowding can spell trouble. Giving your cucumber plants adequate space is crucial for their health and productivity. Proper thinning techniques can make all the difference in raising vigorous, high-yielding cucumber vines. When to Start Thinning … Read more

What is a Tender Perennial? A Guide to Caring for These Heat-Loving Plants

When gardening, there are three types of plants you can work with: annuals, perennials, and tender perennials. Annuals are plants that reach their entire life cycle in one growing season. Perennials are plants you only need to plant once and then enjoy them coming back year after year. So, what are tender perennials?. Tearful perennials … Read more

Kousa Dogwood vs. White Dogwood: Which Ornamental Tree is Best for Your Yard?

Tree identification is a journey. You start with features that are clear, unique, and easy to spot, like the ginkgo tree’s leaves, the London planetree’s peeling bark, or the American sweetgum’s spiked seed pods. As you go along, though, it’s easy to spot groups of species—that’s a magnolia, that looks like an oak, I bet … Read more

7 Houseplants With Small Yellow Flowers to Brighten Your Home

Kalanchoes are popular succulent houseplants with long-lasting blooms. Perhaps you’ve seen one but never brought it home. That’s what I want you to do because they’re easy to grow and bloom for a long time. Here’s how to care for flowering kalanchoes and get them to bloom again. Like most succulents, these are low-maintenance plants. … Read more

Safely Removing Grass Carrying Wasp Nests from Your Property

Grass carrying wasps, also known as potter wasps, are a common sight in yards and gardens across North America. While generally docile, their mud nests attached to walls or eaves can be a nuisance for homeowners. This article provides key information on identifying grass carrying wasps, understanding when their nests need removal, and safe, effective … Read more

How to Build a Rose Trellis: A Step-by-Step Guide

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How Often to Water a Bird of Paradise Plant for Healthy Growth

The spectacular and iconic bird of paradise plant, with its vibrantly colored tropical flowers resembling birds in flight, is a popular houseplant choice for its dramatic foliage and incredible blooms. However, proper care is required to keep this tropical beauty happy and thriving indoors. One of the key elements to success is learning the optimal … Read more