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Butterfly bushes are prized for their long blooming period, attractiveness to pollinators and wide adaptability. One of the most popular varieties is Nanho Purple butterfly bush (Buddleia davidii ‘Nanho Purple’). With its arching growth habit lavender-pink flowers, and irresistible fragrance, it’s easy to see why Nanho Purple has become a butterfly bush favorite. An Overview … Read more
Nitrogen is an essential nutrient that all plants need to thrive. While nitrogen is abundant in the air plants can’t use nitrogen in its gaseous form. They can only use nitrogen in its solid form which is why choosing a plant food with high levels of nitrogen is crucial for healthy plant growth. In this … Read more
Feed birds on a budget. Want to feed the birds but don’t want to spend a lot of money? Here are some of our best cheap bird food ideas. Feeding birds can be an enjoyable and relaxing hobby. Watching colorful songbirds visit your yard provides entertainment, stress-relief, and a connection with nature. However, keeping bird … Read more
Magnolias are magnificent trees with early spring flowers and glossy green leaves. If you see your magnolia leaves turning yellow and brown during the growing season, something is wrong. There are many reasons why your tree’s leaves are turning yellow, from natural to nutritional. You’ll have to do some troubleshooting to figure out what’s wrong. … Read more
Let’s say you can’t find a good match for what you see for sale online right now. Like, maybe your piece is bigger or smaller, thicker or thinner, in better or worse shape, and so on. These are reasons to change your asking price a bit based on what other people have sold things for. … Read more
Over the Garden Wall is an animated miniseries that first aired in 2014, gaining a cult following for its whimsical storytelling and endearing characters. One of the most iconic symbols in the series is the scarecrow that protects the farmlands. Let’s take a look at the significance and meaning behind this important character. A Guardian … Read more
With their plume-like blooms that come in a rainbow of colors, astilbes make a stunning addition to any garden. These easy-care perennials thrive in shade and provide unique texture as well as summer color. If you’re looking to add astilbes to your own landscape, you’ll be happy to know many retailers carry these plants for … Read more
If you live in Europe or North America, you may have encountered a fascinating spider with a unique marking on its abdomen – a fleur de lis pattern resembling a heraldic cross. This distinctive spider is known as the Cross Orbweaver or European Garden Spider with the scientific name Araneus diadematus. Identifying the Cross Orbweaver … Read more
You can repot your monstera plant to keep it healthy and growing strong or to help a plant that is too big for its pot get back on its feet. This simple task is easy with some basic gardening gear and a few simple steps. If the plant is very big, you might need a … Read more
Tuberous begonias come in both upright and trailing varieties, with single and double flowers and a wide range of bright colors and flower shapes. They are a gardener’s favorite for quickly brightening up a shady spot in the yard. They won’t last through harsh winter weather outside, so they have to be dug up in … Read more