if you ever wondered how long does a rose bush live, I got the straight-up answer right here from years of digging in the dirt myself. Most modern rose bushes stick around for about 6 to 10 years, but lemme tell ya, with decent care and the right setup, plenty of them rose bushes keep … Read more
If you’re staring at those hanging wisteria seed pods and wondering how to plant wisteria from seed, I got you covered with every single detail I learned the hard way over years of trying. Wisteria vines are absolute showstoppers with their drooping fragrant blossoms, but lemme tell ya right up front – starting them from … Read more
Hey garden friends, if you’re wondering how long does viburnum bloom, you’re in the right spot ’cause these shrubs are total showstoppers that can light up your yard for weeks on end. I first got hooked on viburnum a few seasons back when our backyard looked kinda blah in spring, and man, once those blooms … Read more
Hey folks, if you’re itching to grow more veggies, herbs, or flowers but hate shelling out for those store-bought pots that take up space and cost a arm and a leg, then learning how to make growing bags is gonna be your new favorite backyard hack. I started tinkering with these a couple seasons back … Read more
The Yuki Cherry Blossom shrub, also known as Yuki Cherry Blossom Deutzia, is a beautiful landscape plant that bursts into a profusion of pink and white blooms in spring This compact deciduous shrub packs a visual punch with its two-toned cherry blossom-like flowers With proper care, the Yuki Cherry Blossom shrub will provide years of … Read more
Red hot poker (Kniphofia spp.) is a popular perennial flower with showy, torch-like blooms in shades of red, orange and yellow. Also called torch lily, these South African natives are easy to grow from seed. But first you need to know how to identify when seeds are ready for harvest. In this article, we’ll explore … Read more
Evening primroses are a beautiful addition to any garden with their bright, colorful blooms that open in the evening. An added bonus is that allowing some flowers to go to seed provides an ample supply of evening primrose seeds you can collect for future plantings or to share with gardening friends. In this article, we’ll … Read more
Venus flytrap kits containing dormant plants are popular gifts and fun, educational projects for kids and plant lovers alike. While taking care of these intriguing carnivorous plants may seem daunting, with the proper care, your dormant Venus flytrap can thrive. This comprehensive guide will walk you through how to successfully grow your Venus flytrap from … Read more
Come spring, crab apple trees erupt in a profusion of delicate pink or white blooms It’s a stunning sight that captures the essence of the season But an intriguing question arises – can these ornamental blossoms be eaten? Let’s explore the edibility and uses of crab apple flowers. Crab apples belong to the Malus genus … Read more
Autumn brings falling leaves, cozy sweaters and an abundance of apples. If you have an apple tree in your yard you likely find yourself with more apples than you know what to do with once harvest time comes around. While apples make for a healthy snack on their own, there are so many other delicious … Read more