There is fire in the lucky bamboo tree, and there is wood in the red ribbon that is tied around it. It is known to create a sense of balance and prosperity in life. According to Feng Shui, lucky plants for home bring good luck is sure to come. Although, it is your bedroom that … Read more
Minus some advance planning, fall usually spells the end of the garden. But if planted in spring, dahlias will flower non-stop through autumn. Lately, I’ve been waking up to crisp mornings only to discover more and more blooms. Who knew October could bring so many fresh flowers?. With their vibrant, brightly colored blooms that come … Read more
As a gardener with a lot of experience, winter often speaks to me in a language of solitude and thought. There are many plants in my garden, but creeping phlox is my favorite. It spreads out gracefully across the ground and paints it with a rainbow of colors. The process of pruning this hardy perennial … Read more
Snapdragons are a beloved cool weather annual flower that can instantly jazz up any garden with their showy spikes of blooms in a variety of vibrant colors Getting these beauties to thrive first starts with mastering the proper timing for planting snapdragon seeds both indoors and outdoors, When and how you get your snapdragon seeds … Read more
Poppies might be the most swoon-worthy flower ever. Their delicate blooms unfurl each morning and bring delight to all who encounter them. Pollinators also love poppies. I like to sneak out to the garden early in the morning and wait by the patch of poppies. As soon as the sun starts to rise, the flowers … Read more
There are many kinds of shrubs, from the classic beauty of roses to the exotic beauty of hibiscus. Flowering shrubs that flourish in full sun are the cornerstones of any vibrant garden. These plants that love the sun are not only tough, but they also add color, scent, and life to any outdoor space. When … Read more
Spring is the perfect time to start growing flowers from seed. If you’re new to growing plants from seed, it can seem a little daunting. We’ve picked out some of the easiest flowers to grow from seeds to make it easy for you. For the price of a few packs of seeds, you can have … Read more
Wow! This bright plant mix will make you happy for weeks in late spring and early summer! It includes the beautiful vertical lines of Lupinus ‘Masterpiece’ (Lupine) and Verbascum ‘Southern Charm’ (Mullein), the very showy Camassia ‘Blue Heaven’ (Camass), the glowing Geum ‘Prinses Juliana’ (Avens), and the especially lovely violet-blue blooms of Aquilegia vulgaris var. … Read more
Roma grows a lot of bright red, meaty, egg-shaped tomatoes that are about 3 inches long and have few seeds. These tomatoes are great for making tomato paste and sauces. This tomato is not juicy. This is not a slicing tomato. Instead, the flesh is thick and drier so that it will cook down into … Read more
Dahlias are one of the most stunning flowers that can brighten up any garden. Their vibrant colors and unique forms make them a favorite for many gardeners. One question that often comes up is how many blooms you can get from a single dahlia tuber. In this article, we’ll explore that in detail. What is … Read more