Robby Kale has been one of my favorite vegetables for over 10 years because it tastes great and is full of good things for you. Join me as I show you how to cook kale flowers. I also share our sautéed kale florets pasta recipe. It is the perfect healthy and delicious vegetarian dish for those … Read more
Here are 35 of the best plants that bloom with bell-shaped flowers all year long, so you can find the right one for you and your garden, no matter what time of year it is. Flowers that resemble upside down bells evoke a sense of wonder and whimsy. Their pendant blooms seem to defy gravity, … Read more
Pineapples you grow yourself—even if they are smaller—are much tastier than the pineapples you buy. Some people might be surprised to learn that you can grow a pineapple at home from one you buy at the store or farmers market. If youre looking for a fun gardening project, this might just be it. The process … Read more
Hydrangeas are popular flowering shrubs that produce gorgeous blooms in shades of pink, blue, purple, white and green Their lush flower heads brighten gardens and provide months of color from early summer well into fall. But before hydrangeas burst into flower, you may notice some interesting changes in the plants’ appearance and growth habits. Learning … Read more
There are hundreds of lilies worldwide, with flower colors that span the rainbow. Along with a few other native flowers that are also called “lilies,” 22 species of lilies are native to North America. These native lily flowers offer beauty, resiliency, and minimal care. Read on to meet some native favorites for your landscape. Lilies … Read more
One of the smartest things you can do in the garden is companion planting, which means putting together different kinds of plants to help them grow and stay healthy. This can often get rid of the need for pesticides. It comes from the idea that some plants can help each other by attracting good bugs, … Read more
If you just got an Arrowhead plant, these questions about taking care of Syngonium might be on your mind. I understand that houseplant care might get overwhelming, so this detailed Syngonium care guide is exactly for you. The good news is that Syngonium are easy for beginners to take care of because they don’t need … Read more
Growing agave plants in pots is a great way to add unique, architectural foliage to your home or garden. With their striking rosette shape and fleshy, spiky leaves, agaves make eye-catching container specimens. Why Grow Agaves in Pots? There are several benefits to growing agave plants in pots Size control Agaves can grow quite large … Read more
Moss was not only in my Santa Ana lawn in front, but also on the paths, the retainer walls, and even in the small patch of fake grass I have in the back yard. I found it when I did a neighborhood lap over the weekend. There is a simple solution!. And while it’s not … Read more
Technically, the blackberry plant is a small shrub, that grows in trailing vines. Because of the ‘bark,’ it can be called a tree, but many people just call the brambles. When planting a blackberry, the most important thing to remember is that waiting can be bitter, but the reward will be “berry,” or sweet. As … Read more