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Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is a popular herb grown for its intoxicating effects on cats. But what do catnip seeds look like? Getting familiar with catnip seeds can allow you to grow this feline-favorite herb yourself. An Overview of Catnip Seed Characteristics Catnip seeds are very small, thin, and oval-shaped. They have a smooth, papery texture … Read more
The Celestial Beauty of Star-Shaped Flowers Flowers come in an astounding array of shapes and sizes, from the large and showy blooms of sunflowers to the delicate bells of fuchsia Yet few floral forms capture our imagination quite like the star-shaped flower These botanical wonders evoke a sense of celestial beauty, mimicking the shape and … Read more
Creating Beautiful Jar Lanterns in 5 Easy Steps Looking for a fun DIY project? Turning glass jars into stunning lanterns is easy, inexpensive, and makes a gorgeous decoration indoors or out. With just a few basic materials and following these simple steps, you can upcycle jars from your recycling bin into beautiful illuminated lanterns. Supplies … Read more
Pruning roses is typically done in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges But some light summer pruning can also benefit rose bushes depending on the variety. Here is a complete guide to pruning roses during the warmer months Should You Prune Roses in Summer? Summer pruning is not mandatory for most roses, … Read more
Sedums are popular succulent perennials prized for their colorful foliage and drought tolerance Many spreading sedum varieties also produce cheerful yellow flowers in summer These creeping stonecrops make excellent groundcovers or trailing accents in containers, Here are 7 of the best creeping sedums with yellow blooms 1. Golden Creeping Sedum Golden creeping sedum (Sedum kamtchaticum) … Read more
Spaghetti squash is a fun and versatile winter squash loved for its noodle-like flesh when cooked. However, sometimes gardeners run into an issue where the seeds inside the squash start sprouting before it’s cut open. This often happens if the squash has been stored for an extended period of time. While sprouted spaghetti squash is … Read more
Having a tree in your yard provides wonderful benefits like shade, beauty, and increased property value. But the area around the base of a tree often gets neglected and looks bare. An easy way to make better use of this space is to build a decorative planter box around the tree trunk. Not only does … Read more
Smoke tree and smoke bush are two terms that are often used interchangeably but there are some key differences between these two plants. While closely related, smoke trees form larger specimens with a tree-like habit while smoke bushes have a shrubby form. Let’s take a closer look at how to tell them apart. What is … Read more
Oak trees are renowned for their impressive canopies of lobed green leaves that provide abundant shade. But have you ever wondered exactly how many leaves grow on a fully mature oak? Estimating oak leaf count takes some calculations, but we can arrive at a ballpark figure using the tree’s size and other factors. How Tree … Read more
Glass jars make for beautiful and unique planters to grow small houseplants. The transparent jars allow you to see the root systems develop and watch the plants grow. Mini indoor gardens in glass jars are an easy inexpensive way to add living décor to any space. When selecting plants for glass jar planters, choose varieties … Read more