Simply Bloom If you have a yard that slopes, you may think having a beautiful flower bed is impossible. Not true! With some planning, preparation, and sweat equity, you can create a stunning stone-lined flower bed on a slope that will be the envy of the neighborhood. Why a Stone Flower Bed? A flower bed edged with … Read more
Demystifying Bright Orange Roots in Mulch – What Are They? Taking a stroll through your mulched garden beds, you notice strange bright orange stringy growths woven through the mulch layer. What are these unfamiliar root-like organisms? Should you be concerned about their presence? Get ready to demystify the mystery of bright orange roots in mulch. … Read more
Succulents are amazing plants that can thrive in harsh conditions. Their ability to store water in their leaves and stems allows them to survive long periods of drought. However, this also means that succulents tend to grow slowly compared to other plants. If you want your succulents to reach their full size and beauty faster, … Read more
Canna lily seeds are a great way to add beautiful, tropical flair to your garden. With their large, showy blooms and attractive foliage, cannas make a striking statement in beds and borders. Though you can find live canna plants at garden centers, purchasing seeds gives you a wider selection of varieties to choose from at … Read more
The Stunning Beauty of Pieris Japonica ‘Fire and Ice’ If you’re looking to add striking color and visual interest to your garden, consider planting Pieris japonica ‘Fire and Ice’. This evergreen shrub delivers a dazzling display of red new growth and variegated white-edged leaves Its pendulous chains of fragrant spring blooms are an added bonus. … Read more
Elephant ear plants (Colocasia esculenta) are known for their large, heart-shaped leaves that come in striking colors like black, burgundy, and green. However, if your elephant ear leaves start turning white, it’s a sign that something is wrong. In this article, we’ll examine the most common reasons behind elephant ear leaves turning white and what … Read more
Q: I have six bougainvillea plants in my back yard. I have three on the east side and three on the west side planted about a year ago. The ones on the west side looked great last summer, but the ones on the east side looked awful. I took a picture of the ones on … Read more
When plants naturally grow in a certain area without any help from people, they are called native perennials. These plants come back every year and adapt to the conditions there. They require less maintenance, as they are adapted to local conditions. This makes them an excellent choice for sustainable gardening. This will save you time … Read more
Goldenrod is a prolific wildflower that spreads readily by seed. While the bright yellow blooms are easy to spot waving in fields and meadows goldenrod’s seeds are tiny and tend to go unnoticed. Learning to identify these minute seeds can help you gather and sow them to grow your own goldenrod plants. The Role of … Read more
La frase idiomática inglesa “down the drain” se usa a menudo para expresar que algo se ha desperdiciado o arruinado. Pero, ¿cómo se dice “down the drain” en español? Existen varias formas idiomáticas equivalentes en español para traducir esta frase informal. El Significado de “Down the Drain” En inglés, “down the drain” se refiere a … Read more