We’re hard-pressed to find anyone who doesn’t enjoy the smell of fresh roses gracing their home or garden. Their delicate perfume and charming appearance will enrich any and every environment. Because of improvements in gardening and flower preservation, we can enjoy the sweet smell of roses almost all year long. But how exactly is this … Read more
This carefully chosen border of bright Oriental Poppies (Papaver orientale), deep purple spikes of Sage, and architectural Ornamental Onions (Alliums) will make your late spring to midsummer garden look better. Bearded Irises (Iris germanica) add a touch of elegance to the group, making a border that is both visually and texturally interesting. Asian poppies are … Read more
Do you not know what or where the eye is on a dahlia tuber? Is the eye on your tuber small and hard to see? Identifying eyes on a dahlia tuber proves that it is able to grow. Ideally, dahlia tubers should also be planted with their eyes facing up. However, sometimes these eyes are … Read more
Creeping phlox (Phlox subulata) is a popular low-growing species prized for its masses of brightly colored flowers in spring. With its carpeting growth habit, creeping phlox makes an excellent ground cover and can also be used in rock gardens or cascading out of hanging baskets. Luckily propagating creeping phlox is an easy process that will … Read more
If youve looked into natural treatments for mild depression, youve probably heard about St. Johns Wort. It’s probably the most common herb used to improve mood and lower anxiety, and in most temperate areas, it’s easy to spot as a wild plant. perfect for treating those lost-in-the-wilderness blues. St. The pretty yellow flowers and green, … Read more
There may be house plant gnats if you noticed a sudden rise in the number of tiny fruit flies flying or crawling around in the soil of your plants, especially after you watered them. Fungus gnats are attracted to moist soil and can breed and spread fast. The larvae feeds on organic matter and in … Read more
Monstera is one of the most popular indoor plants. But even though they don’t need much care, the type of pot you choose can make the difference between a houseplant that does well and one that doesn’t: This full guide will show you how the pot you choose for your Monstera can affect its health … Read more
Sunflowers are one of the most iconic flowers, with their bright golden petals and tall stalks turning to follow the sun. But what’s inside that cheerful flower head is just as fascinating – hundreds, sometimes thousands of edible seeds! If you’ve ever snacked on tasty sunflower seeds, you may have wondered just how many seeds … Read more
“Potting up” seedlings means just that, “upping the size of the pot” the seedling is grown in. If the seeds were started in a small pot, you might need to move the seedlings to a bigger pot before you plant them in the garden. Ideally, seedlings are planted directly into the garden rather than moving … Read more
Vinca, also known as periwinkle is an annual flower that blooms abundantly in summer heat. Its flowers come in a range of bright colors like red, orange pink, purple, and white. Vinca makes an excellent garden bedding plant and it also thrives in containers. To get vinca flowers blooming as early as possible in summer, … Read more