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
Growing avocado trees in containers is a great way to enjoy these tasty fruits even if you don’t have space for a full-size tree. With the right techniques you can have a productive avocado tree in a pot on your patio or balcony. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll share everything you need to know … Read more
Hibiscus flowers are some of the most stunning and exotic blooms you can add to your garden. With their unique trumpet shape and vibrant, tropical colors, it’s easy to see why hibiscus have become so popular amongst gardeners. But with hundreds of hibiscus varieties to choose from, it can be overwhelming to decide which ones … Read more
For bowhunters, a climbing tree stand makes it easy to move from one spot to another, so they can hunt where the sign is freshest. To improve your chances of success, here are some tips on how to use a climbing treestand safely. As a bowhunter, using an elevated treestand is one of the best … Read more
Morning glory, Ipomoea purpurea, is a flowering annual vine for USDA Hardiness Zones 2 to 11. Native to Mexico, it has trumpet-shaped blooms that measure two to three inches across. Colors include blue, pink, purple, and white. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, … Read more