In 2015, we decided to build a hobby greenhouse to extend our growing season. We thought the aluminum frame would be strong enough that a simple, heavy wooden frame on the ground could be used as the base of our greenhouse. (Most greenhouse kits recommend a concrete slab foundation, or railroad ties or cinder blocks … Read more
A bulb of the month club subscription is the perfect gift for any gardening enthusiast. With a new shipment of bulbs arriving each month, recipients will enjoy a steady supply of flowers to plant in their garden or pots. As a thoughtful gift that keeps on giving, bulb of the month clubs allow you to … Read more
Jasmines are evergreen or deciduous climbers with twining stems. They can be summer or winter flowering, with blooms that are white, yellow and, occasionally, red and pink. All jasmines have small star-shaped flowers with a distinctive sweet fragrance. Some are delicate and should only be grown in a greenhouse or conservatory. The hardier types, on … Read more
The transplantation of the tomato seedlings is where one may run into a problem. Their susceptibility to temperature and light extremes often renders them vulnerable to white tomato leaves. Lets explore this white leaf color on tomato plants. Transplanting plants from one location to another can be a stressful process for the plant It … Read more
As a gardener, nothing is more frustrating than walking out to your vegetable patch and seeing your lettuce plants looking sad and limp After spending time carefully tending to your lettuce, it can be disheartening to see your crisp, green leaves looking more like lifeless ribbons But don’t despair! Limp lettuce leaves are a common … Read more
The elegant calla lily flower, known for its trumpet-shaped blooms and smooth stems, has captured hearts across cultures. And in the Spanish-speaking world, this beauty has multiple intriguing names. Join me as we explore the origins and symbolism of the calla lily, and learn the various ways to say it in español. A Flower Worthy … Read more
Foxes are remarkably athletic animals that possess an array of skills to aid their survival One that often surprises owners of rural properties is their ability to readily jump fences that cross their path Just how high can foxes jump and what does this mean for fencing as a deterrent? An Overview of Foxes’ Physical … Read more
Been seeing this thing (see photos) grow on one of my rose bushes. Anyone know what it is? If you’ve grown rose bushes, you may have noticed peculiar orange or red balls forming on the plants after the flowers fade. These little globes are a natural part of the rose’s reproductive cycle, but they divert … Read more
A lot of people know that you can make more fuchsia plants from cuttings, but have you ever looked at your pretty flowers and wondered if you could make more by planting seeds? When a flower falls off, little pods are left behind. Those are the plant’s berries, which are actually called ovaries, and they … Read more
The cinnabar moth is a brightly colored moth recognizable by its black wings marked with red spots and stripes. These moths are found throughout Europe, Asia and have also been introduced in North America and Australia. But an important question arises – are these striking moths actually poisonous and dangerous to us humans? Let’s find … Read more