Turn your pond into a picturesque Monet-inspired masterpiece with this popular aquatic plant. It has beautiful bowl-shaped flowers in the summer, and its round lily pads spread out over the water’s surface, giving animals that live in the water a safe place to stay. Water lilies are a staple in backyard ponds and water features. … Read more
Dive into the art of propagating plants from cuttings. It opens up a world of possibilities for gardeners and plant enthusiasts alike. Rooting cuttings is a fun and environmentally friendly way to grow more plants or make thoughtful gifts from your favorite plants. We will look at the steps and important tips you need to … Read more
Pentas, also known as Egyptian stars, are beloved annual flowers that bring vibrant color to gardens with their star-shaped blooms. Their wide range of bright hues, low maintenance needs, and butterfly-attracting abilities make them a staple in many landscapes. While you can easily purchase pentas plants or seeds, collecting and saving seeds from your existing … Read more
Hawthorn originates from Europe, northwest Africa, and western Asia. It thrives extensively throughout Ireland and the UK, with the exception of the northern region of Scotland. Hawthorn berries are the fruit of hawthorn trees and shrubs They have been used for centuries for food and herbal medicine Knowing when to harvest hawthorn berries is … Read more
The Miss Kim lilac is a small flowering shrub that loses its leaves in the fall. In the spring, it has clusters of very fragrant, lavender-purple panicle-shaped flowers. Compared to the common or French lilac (Syringa vulgaris), it has smaller flowers, a shorter mature height, and a different flower scent. It is also less likely … Read more
Beets are a garden vegetable that is easy to grow and can be picked about 7 to 8 weeks after your plant the seeds. Once they are about the size of a golf ball (about an inch across), you can eat the root vegetable. Youll get the best-tasting beets if you plant them during the … Read more
As a coffee lover and backyard beekeeper, I was intrigued when I first heard that bees seem attracted to coffee grounds. The sight of bees flocking to used coffee filters got me wondering – do bees like coffee? Could our favorite morning brew actually be beneficial for honeybees? I decided to dig into the buzz … Read more
As a gardener, you may have noticed potato plants emerging in your garden bed year after year This leads to the question – do potatoes regrow annually on their own? Let’s take a closer look at the life cycle and growing habits of potatoes to understand if and when they may return each year The … Read more
Hanging plants are a simple way to spruce up any area of your property. These flowers make for beautiful decorations without the hassle of digging and planting in the ground. Whether you place them on your porch or on hooks around your yard, birds may flock to them. The height of hanging baskets allows birds … Read more
Discover the secret to a thriving Spider Plant with our guide on spotting the perfect repotting moment ️♂️ . Spider plants, also known as Chlorophytum comosum, are one of the most popular houseplants due to their easy care requirements and ability to thrive in a variety of conditions. As fast-growing plants, however, they do require … Read more