Many gardeners think that bulbs need to be planted in beds that aren’t full of plants or other places that aren’t full of plants. But this absolutely not the case. In fact, flowering bulbs are almost always found where they were born, growing with native grasses and ground covers. Thus, bulbs are excellent companion plants … Read more
Growing your own vegetables and herbs can be a fun and rewarding hobby for anyone with a green thumb. But for beginners, it can also seem a bit daunting to get started. That’s why Stop & Shop has debuted an exciting new program called Grow & Learn to help introduce gardening newbies especially kids to … Read more
Container gardening with small conifer trees allows you to enjoy the beauty of evergreens even in compact spaces. Dwarf spruces pines cypress, arborvitae, and more make excellent potted specimens for decks, patios, and porches. Let’s explore some top options for container-grown conifers! Why Choose Small Conifers for Pots? Miniature conifer trees offer many advantages as … Read more
With their trumpet-shaped blooms in shades of pink, purple, white and more, petunias are a beloved warm weather annual. To keep them looking their best all season, learning how and when to pinch them is important. Pinching is a simple technique that encourages bushy, compact growth and abundant flowers. Follow these tips to successfully pinch … Read more
There are hundreds of lilies worldwide, with flower colors that span the rainbow. Along with a few other native flowers that are also called “lilies,” 22 species of lilies are native to North America. These native lily flowers offer beauty, resiliency, and minimal care. Read on to meet some native favorites for your landscape. Lilies … Read more
One of the smartest things you can do in the garden is companion planting, which means putting together different kinds of plants to help them grow and stay healthy. This can often get rid of the need for pesticides. It comes from the idea that some plants can help each other by attracting good bugs, … Read more
Having a big yard or large property can be a blessing, but it also means having to deal with a lot more weeds. Keeping on top of weed control across acres of land is no easy task. That’s why having the right weed and grass killer is essential for anyone with large areas to manage. … Read more
Each year gardeners keep a “weather-ear” out for predictions of that first hard frost. A frost in early fall can kill plants before they’re ready, long before you’re ready to say “goodbye” to your annual plants or even “sleep well” to your perennial plants. Another thing is that a late killing frost in the spring … Read more
It can be hard to remember how much space to leave between each plant because there are so many types of vegetables that need different amounts of space. For your convenience, we’ve made a plant spacing chart to help you with your garden. Please keep in mind that this is not plant spacing for square … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. A firm, ripe avocado is great for everyone, but it’s even better when it comes from your own tree. Avocados grow well outside in very warm hardiness zones. You might want to grow an avocado plant inside … Read more