Simply Bloom Pretty in Pink: 7 Stunning Climber Plants with Pink Flowers Adding a pop of pink color to your garden landscape is easy with climber plants boasting beautiful pink blooms From brightly colored bougainvillea to romantic climbing roses, pink-flowering vines infuse charm, vibrancy, and visual interest to gardens Climbers with pink blossoms are perfect for decorating … Read more
Despite being on a tight budget, I’m still determined to overfill my garden with more plants this fall. Or at least for as long as the weather allows it. One of the tasks I accomplished this week was to lift, divide and transplant my black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia). That’s not cheap if I already have the … Read more
Early fall flowering Salvia for half shade or shade garden. Deer resistant, pollinator friendly, valuable for late blooming. Japanese Yellow Sage is very rare in nature, even in its native habitat, and people want it because it attracts hummingbirds. The fuzzy, arrow-shaped leaves are fragrant, ornamental and grow up to 6″ long. Larger, yellow flowers … Read more
Microgreens are all the rage these days among health-conscious foodies and top chefs But what exactly are microgreens and how does one go about using them? Keep reading to find out! What Are Microgreens? Microgreens are young vegetable greens that are harvested when they are just 1-3 weeks old. They are grown from vegetable and … Read more
Japanese knotweed is an invasive plant that can be incredibly difficult to eradicate. With its rapid growth and ability to regrow from even the smallest fragment of root left behind, many homeowners become desperate to get rid of it and turn to burning as an option. However, experts agree that burning Japanese knotweed should be … Read more
Bougainvillea plants are one of the most vibrant and colorful vines you can grow With their lush green foliage and brightly colored bracts in shades of pink, purple, orange, red, yellow, and white, they make a gorgeous addition to gardens, patios, decks, and more. If you’re looking to add a touch of the tropics to … Read more
With oversized, tropical-looking leaves and bizarre seed pods, castor bean is an exotic addition to the ornamental garden. The only member of the genus, Ricinus communis is in the Spurge Family (Euphorbiaceae). The name of this plant comes from the Latin word for “tick,” which was used because the seeds look a bit like a … Read more
There are only four things you need to make this tasty pear sorbet: a few overripe pears, a little maple syrup, some lemon juice, and cinnamon. Plus, you don’t need an ice cream maker to make this pear sorbet. If you love frozen desserts, you will love this healthy treat. This sorbet is so good … Read more
With their lush, multi-colored blooms in shades of pink, red, yellow and white, Itoh peonies are garden showstoppers These intersectional hybrids combine the best qualities of tree and herbaceous peonies into one gorgeous flower. Itohs bloom with the flare of tree peonies but have the hardy constitution of traditional herbaceous types. For these intersectional beauties … Read more
Believe it or not, there is such a thing as a low-maintenance pet. But you won’t find it in dogs, cats, or other mainstream animal companions. The easiest pets to care for will likely be those found in the exotic pet trade: reptiles. Snakes, lizards, turtles, and tortoises are not at all like other pets. … Read more