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With their glossy green leaves and cheerful white blooms, peace lilies make excellent houseplants. But left unchecked, they can become unruly and overgrown. That’s where strategic pruning comes in. Pruning your peace lily properly will keep it looking its best by promoting lush, healthy new growth. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover when, how much, … Read more
As a flowering annual cosmos brings vibrant color to summer gardens with its bright cheerful blooms. While cosmos can be directly sown in the garden after the last spring frost, starting the seeds in winter via winter sowing allows the plants to get a head start on growing. This means you can enjoy cosmos flowers … Read more
Crabapple trees are beloved for their showy spring blooms and colorful fall fruit. If you’re considering planting one you may wonder – how long do crabapple trees live? The average lifespan is 40-60 years. Their longevity depends on several factors Typical Lifespan Most crabapple trees live between 40 and 60 years when cared for properly, … Read more
Roses are a beloved flower for Southern gardens, but getting them off to a good start requires planting them at the right time. Georgia’s climate can vary quite a bit from north to south, so timing is important to ensure your roses thrive. Follow this guide on when and how to plant roses in Georgia … Read more
Wisteria vines are adored for their stunning fragrant blooms in shades of purple, pink white, or blue that emerge in spring. However, the flower buds that produce these cascades of color can be tricky to distinguish from leaf buds when they first emerge. This guide covers techniques for identifying wisteria’s flower buds versus leaf buds. … Read more
Spring is an exciting time for gardeners, as bulbs planted in fall begin to emerge and show signs of life. While the blooms are still weeks or months away, you can identify many spring-flowering bulbs by their shoots and early foliage. Here are tips for identifying common spring bulbs as they break dormancy. Look for … Read more
The tall bearded iris cultivar ‘Here Comes the Sun’ is a golden vision of floral elegance. With its bright yellow petals and sunny disposition, this iris lives up to its name and provides a warm glow to any garden. In this article, we will explore the origins, growing conditions, and stunning beauty that have made … Read more
A Zen garden is all about achieving peace, harmony and tranquility. The plant choices are crucial for setting the right relaxed mood. Unlike flashy flower gardens, plants in a Zen garden are more about graceful shapes, muted colors and soft textures. Focus on Foliage Flowers are sparse or non-existent in a true Zen garden. The … Read more
Dogwood trees with their showy spring flowers and attractive branching structure make a stunning focal point in any garden. To complement their beauty, consider combining dogwoods with these ideal companion plants. Groundcovers Groundcovers spread to form a lush carpet under the dogwood’s canopy. Try: Ferns – Evergreen ferns like Christmas fern or deciduous varieties like … Read more
When snow blankets your garden in winter, it may look like a frozen, inhospitable environment for plants. But surprisingly, a layer of snow can actually help shield vegetation from frigid conditions that could damage roots and stems. Understanding how snow insulates plants and moderates soil temperatures can help you make the most of winter weather. … Read more