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You’ve chosen to learn how to fill in a pond, but you don’t know where to begin. Filling it in takes careful planning and steps that ensure a smooth transition. The steps in our blog post will help you safely move animals and pick the right fill material for a new start. Having a pond … Read more
Save your fern from black spot despair —learn the signs and solutions for healthy, spot-free leaves! Ferns are treasured for their graceful, lush fronds that lend an air of elegance to any indoor or outdoor space. However, the sight of black dots marring those verdant leaves can set any plant lover on edge. What causes … Read more
Broccoli is a cool-season vegetable that most gardeners grow as an annual crop. The plant produces one large central head and then bolts and goes to seed. But did you know that with the right variety and care, broccoli can come back year after year? Here’s an overview of how to get your broccoli to … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Chamomiles are cheery little plants. Chamomile plants have a sweet scent like fresh apples and are used as flowerbed borders, in cottage and herb gardens, or as a low-maintenance lawn alternative that is good for pollinators. They … Read more
If you like to hang out in your backyard and watch the birds and other animals go about their day, this is the perfect do-it-yourself project for you. With just a few flower pots, paint, and sea glass you can create this gorgeous basin. This post was transcribed by a member of the Hometalk editorial … Read more
Purple basil is one of several colorful varieties of sweet basil that has taken herb gardens by storm Its stunning deep purple foliage adds visual interest and pairs beautifully with the pink or lavender flower spikes that form in summer. But is this basil actually a perennial? The short answer is no – purple basil … Read more
As a versatile legume, peas offer a sweet burst of flavor and nutrition to countless dishes. However, like most fresh produce, they have a limited shelf life. Proper storage is key to preserving quality and reducing food waste. This guide covers best practices for maximizing the longevity of peas in the fridge or freezer. How … Read more
Today we’re going to make easy tissue paper flowers that are wonderful for Day of the Dead. Day of the Dead, also known as Dia de los Muertos, was a big part of my childhood because I grew up in Los Angeles. You may know that the holiday is marked by colorful skulls and skeletons, … Read more
Most gardeners know that bulbs like daffodils and tulips should be planted in the fall. But lily bulbs are different. You can find lily bulbs sold in both fall and spring. When is the best time to plant them, and how should they be grown? Find out about 4 types of flower bulbs that gardeners … Read more
Nothing is more fragrant than classic lilacs in spring. I am a lilac nut and have 21 different varieties growing in my yard. They are hard to stay inside when they are in bloom, unless you pick some to put in a vase. Lilacs (Syringa vulgaris, USDA Hardiness Zones 3-7) come from the mountains of … Read more