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As you finish that last ear of sweet corn, don’t toss the leftover cobs in the trash! Corn cobs can absolutely be composted, adding valuable organic matter to your compost pile. But to break down properly, some preparation is needed. Read on to learn the best practices for composting corn cobs. The Benefits of Composting … Read more
When cold weather strikes, every gardener inevitably faces the question – how can I protect my plants from frost damage? An unexpected dip in temperatures can wreak havoc on tender vegetation if you’re not prepared While commercial plant covers work well, you can also use common household items for frost protection in a pinch One … Read more
As a eucalyptus tree owner, you love its medicinal scent, interesting bark, and unique foliage. But one day you notice unusual white spots speckling the leaves and become concerned. Are the pale spots a sign of disease? Or just a natural feature of eucalyptus growth? Understanding what causes white spots on eucalyptus leaves will help … Read more
Reap the Benefits of Spent Mushroom Compost for Your Garden As an avid gardener, I’m always on the lookout for ways to improve my soil and help my plants thrive. One amendment I’ve come to rely on is spent mushroom compost. This recycled byproduct of commercial mushroom farming makes an excellent addition to garden beds … Read more
Jewel orchids are treasured for their beautifully patterned leaves But sometimes the leaves can start turning an abnormal red color If your jewel orchid leaves are reddening, it’s a sign of stress. Read on to learn the potential causes and how to help your plant recover its healthy green foliage. Overview of Jewel Orchids Jewel … Read more
The Best Compact Tomato Varieties for Small Spaces and Containers For gardeners with limited space growing tall vining tomato plants can be impractical. Trellising and staking tall plants takes time and materials, and they easily outgrow smaller raised beds and containers. Luckily there are many excellent compact tomato varieties that produce full-sized fruit on small … Read more
Silver birch trees are treasured for their distinctive white bark, delicate foliage, and elegant structure Single-trunk varieties impart a timeless, romantic vibe Yet multi-stem silver birches offer their own special magic. These graceful trees form multiple slender trunks that branch from the base. Their clustered stems create captivating patterns against the landscape. If you crave … Read more
Jonquils and daffodils are two types of popular spring-blooming bulbs that are often confused as being the same flower. However, while related, jonquils and daffodils are actually different plants with some distinct characteristics. The Confusion Between Jonquils and Daffodils The mistaken belief that jonquils and daffodils are the same flower stems from a few factors: … Read more
The arrival of spring breathes new life into nature, melting away the frost of winter and coaxing plants back to growth. Of all spring flowers, perhaps none epitomize this season’s magic more beautifully than the cherry blossom. These delicate pink and white flowers have captivated artists and poets for centuries with their transient beauty. Among … Read more
Castor bean plants, also known as ricinus communis, are beautiful, tropical looking plants with large, lush leaves and red, pink or purple stems. However, all parts of the castor bean plant contain the toxin ricin, which makes it extremely poisonous to humans and animals. So if you decide to remove castor bean plants from your … Read more