Climbing plants make the most of small gardens by growing up. But what if you don’t have much room to begin with? Is it possible to grow climbers in pots? If so, what are the best pots to use? And how should you take care of them? These are some of the questions we get … Read more
Hybrid berries that are crosses between raspberries and blackberries offer some of the most delicious and unique berry flavors and textures. While raspberries and blackberries are familiar fruits, when these two are combined new and exciting hybrid berries emerge. Let’s explore the origins, flavors, and uses of some fantastic raspberry-blackberry hybrids. A Brief History of … Read more
Planting calendula in your garden will give it beautiful bursts of color from mid-spring to early fall. Calendula is a herbaceous plant that treats wounds, brings good pollinators to the garden, keeps garden pests away, and can even be eaten. In most places, it is thought of as an annual plant, and when the spent … Read more
It is also called the Chinese fan palm and the Chusan palm. The windmill palm tree is one of the hardiest palm trees you can find. It is one of the few palms that can survive freezing temperatures (down to 10 degrees Fahrenheit). Some or all of the sun is best for windmill palm trees, … Read more
Herbs can make or break a dish. You can add the dry ones to food to make it taste better, but nothing beats the taste of freshly picked leaves. In the winter, does that mean we have to settle for eggs with dried chives and cucumber basil salad without the basil? No way! If you … Read more
Unlock the secrets of harvesting peppers with our expert tips. Find out when your favorite peppers are ripe enough to pick and how to store them so they taste their best. Dont miss out on a bountiful harvest!. Super hot chili peppers pack some serious punch! Their extreme spiciness makes them stars in sauces salsas … Read more
I’ve seen it again and again. As I help a friend fix up their garden, I dig down a few inches and my shovel gets caught in a piece of landscape fabric, which is a sheet of black plastic or some other material. Oh boy. Another case of pie-in-the-sky magic weed barrier. “What’s this?”, I … Read more
Buttercup squash is a unique winter squash variety known for its turban-shaped fruits with sweet, nutty orange flesh Growing these heirloom beauties in your own garden can be highly rewarding, but does require some patience and TLC This comprehensive growing guide covers everything you need to successfully grow buttercup squash, from choosing the right seeds … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. If your Christmas tree is going downhill before the big day, it could be because the conditions in your home aren’t quite right for it to do well. We talked to a lot of plant and gardening … Read more
Where to Find the Best Live Pansy Plants for Sale Pansies are one of the most popular cool-season annual flowers prized for their cheerful, colorful blooms that resemble adorable little faces. These hardy plants thrive in cooler weather, providing a burst of color in spring and fall gardens. If you want to add pansies to … Read more