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Pergolas are a great way to add shade and style to your outdoor space. A pergola with a pitched roof stands out for its visual appeal and increased weather protection compared to a standard flat top pergola. If you’re looking for pitched roof pergola plans to DIY your own backyard upgrade you’re in luck. There … Read more
Tulip trees, also known as tuliptrees or yellow poplars, are stately shade trees that brighten landscapes with their vibrant spring blooms. However, aphids can infest the foliage and sap the health from these beautiful trees. Tuliptree aphids excrete sticky honeydew that drips on surfaces below. Left uncontrolled, aphids weaken trees and detract from their beauty. … Read more
Alliums are a popular bulb flower known for their giant spherical flower heads that look like colorful fireworks. They come in shades of purple, pink white, yellow and more. Alliums make a big statement in the garden and work beautifully as cut flowers. If you love the look of alliums but want to expand beyond … Read more
Sweet banana peppers are a popular variety of pepper prized for their sweet, mild flavor These elongated, tapered peppers grow on compact plants that reach 16-24 inches in height when fully mature Here’s a closer look at how tall sweet banana pepper plants grow and tips for getting the most out of these prolific producers. … Read more
Keeping your pond clean and healthy is essential for maintaining a thriving ecosystem for fish, plants, and other wildlife. But when debris, muck, and algae accumulate, your pond can become an unsightly mess. Cleaning out a pond thoroughly is a job that requires some work, but following these key steps will have your pond sparkling … Read more
Japanese sweet potatoes, also known as satsumaimo, are a delicious and nutritious vegetable to grow. Their creamy texture and sweet, chestnut-like flavor make them excellent for roasting, mashing, or adding to soups and stews Here is a comprehensive guide on how to plant Japanese sweet potatoes so you can enjoy a bountiful harvest Overview of … Read more
With their bold, trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of red, pink, white, and orange, amaryllis are prized for their stunning winter blooms But did you know these showy blossoms also possess a lovely light fragrance? Though subtle, the sweet, floral scent of amaryllis flowers is an added bonus The Delicate Nature of Amaryllis Fragrance The fragrance … Read more
Cilantro also known as coriander, is a popular herb used in many cuisines around the world. However cilantro has a reputation for being difficult to grow and prone to bolting or dying unexpectedly. If your cilantro keeps wilting and dying prematurely, don’t despair. By understanding the common causes and implementing a few best practices, you … Read more
Oak trees are majestic trees that can live for hundreds of years and grow to massive sizes. Transplanting an oak tree properly is crucial to ensuring its health and longevity in its new location. The timing of transplantation is one of the most important factors for success. Transplanting an oak at the wrong time of … Read more
Magnolias are beautiful flowering trees that add elegance and fragrance to any landscape. Their large showy blooms come in a variety of colors like white pink, purple, and yellow. Magnolias are relatively easy to propagate from cuttings, allowing you to clone your favorite tree or multiply plants to share. However, magnolia cuttings do require some … Read more