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Peppers are a warm weather crop that can yield abundantly when grown in a raised bed. The elevated planting mix warms faster while providing excellent drainage. With proper spacing, consistent moisture, and balanced fertility, you’ll harvest basketfuls of colorful bell peppers, spicy chiles, and more. Follow this guide to plant peppers in a raised bed … Read more
With their unique shapes and colors, Fritillaria bulbs offer an exciting way to add unusual flair to your spring garden. If you want to grow these cool, quirky blooms next season planting Fritillaria bulbs properly in the fall is key. Here is a complete guide to successfully planting and growing Fritillaria bulbs for a gorgeous … Read more
How to Save a Dying Ficus Tree: A Step-by-Step Guide Ficus trees are popular houseplants and landscape plants due to their attractive foliage and hardy nature. However even hardy ficus trees can begin to decline and die if they are not cared for properly. If your ficus tree is looking sickly with yellowing or falling … Read more
Trees and shrubs that produce white berries can add interest and beauty to any garden The contrast of vibrant white berries against rich green foliage is simply stunning White berries also provide an excellent food source for birds in late summer through winter when other fruits have been depleted. If you are looking to add … Read more
Begonias are beautiful flowering plants that come in a wide array of colors and forms making them a favorite for gardeners. Many gardeners grow begonias from tubers started indoors. But starting begonias from seeds indoors is also an excellent option. This allows you to grow lots of begonias from just a small packet of seeds. … Read more
Diagnosing Brown Spots on Rose Petals: Causes and Solutions As a rose gardener, few sights are more distressing than discovering brown spots marring the beauty of your roses’ petals Unfortunately, several common rose diseases and pests can cause this unsightly symptom Properly identifying the underlying cause is crucial for saving your roses. This article will … Read more
Monstera plants including the popular Monstera deliciosa (Swiss cheese plant) and Monstera adansonii (swiss cheese vine) are known for their beautiful, large, perforated leaves. In their natural habitat, these tropical plants use their aerial roots to climb up trees and reach for sunlight. As houseplants, Monsteras make fantastic statement pieces, but their vining growth habit … Read more
Foxtail fern, also known as Myers fern or Asparagus densiflorus ‘Myersii’, is a popular ornamental plant known for its attractive, plumed foliage Proper pruning is key to keeping your foxtail fern looking its best. Here is a complete guide on when and how to prune this beautiful plant When to Prune Foxtail Fern The best … Read more
If you’re looking to add late season color to your garden, Fall in Love ‘Sweetly’ anemone is a beautiful choice. This perennial provides a bounty of semi-double, rose-pink blooms and attractive foliage from late summer into fall. Read on to learn more about growing and caring for this stellar plant. Overview Fall in Love ‘Sweetly’ … Read more
Flowers come in an endless array of shapes and sizes, but there’s something uniquely captivating about blooms with a starry form From delicate wildflowers to showy garden specimens, star-shaped flowers never fail to delight Let’s explore some of these stellar blossoms and what makes their shape so special. Defining Characteristics Star-shaped flowers are classified by … Read more