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Daylilies are prized for their diversity of colors and patterns One striking combination is a vibrant red flower with a contrasting yellow throat This eye-catching blend adds a pop of color and visual interest to the garden. When choosing a red daylily with yellow throat, considerations like bloom time, size, reblooming habits and more will … Read more
Even though plums don’t get sweeter after being picked, they are more likely to have been ripe longer on the tree because they ship better than other stone fruits. [feast_advanced_jump_to]. Black plums have red flesh (whereas other types have yellow flesh). So, they can be used to color other fruits red while they’re baking, like … Read more
As summer turns into fall, the leaves start to change from bright reds, purples, lavenders, and pinks to deeper colors like yellows, golds, oranges, deep reds, and browns. I learned to eat and make herbal remedies based on the season because the changes in nature mirror the rhythms of our own lives. One easy way … Read more
A cinder block garden bed is strong and looks great. If you place these creative and useful structures in the right places, they will make your green space look better. Regarding DIY projects, the creativity of those with green fingers knows no bounds. Cinder blocks have made a name for themselves as an unusual but … Read more
Zinnias prefer full sun, but they can tolerate partial shade. However, they may not produce as many flowers or grow as tall in shaded areas. If you have to put zinnias somewhere that gets some shade, pick a spot that gets at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight every day. Zinnias are known … Read more
Gravel driveways are great for many reasons. They are one of the least expensive types of driveways, and they can also look good and let people get in and out of your parking lot. If the gravel isn’t stabilized, though, it’s easy for these driveways to spread and get rutted as the gravel moves away … Read more
Waiting on Grass A Guide to EZ Seed Germination Times Seeded a bare spot or thin lawn with EZ Seed? Now your patience is being tested waiting for those grass sprouts to pop up. When can you expect visible results? Let’s dig into the factors that influence EZ Seed germination. What is EZ Seed? EZ … Read more
Lemongrass is a tropical grass that is easy to grow at home from seed Its citrusy, ginger-like flavor makes it a must for Thai and other Southeast Asian cuisine The fragrant leaves can also be made into a refreshing tea. Lemongrass grows quickly into a large, ornamental clump that can be overwintered indoors in colder … Read more
Oxalis Triangularis is one of the most sought-after houseplants. Lucky shamrocks look great in any setting, whether they are lime green (Oxalis Regnelli), bicolor, deep purple, or a shade in between (Oxalis Sanne). Plus, they are very easy to grow!. Oxalis, also known as wood sorrel or shamrocks, are a classic and easy-to-grow bulb that … Read more
I have read a lot of gardening books over the years, and they all have great tips, but they are all a bit different. I couldn’t find a book that followed a plant from seed to harvest to dinner plate and taught the gardener what to do at every important step. Beginning a basil seed, … Read more