If you want to enjoy colorful carpets of daffodils, tulips and hyacinths blooming in your New Jersey garden next spring, proper planning and timing is key. Knowing the ideal timeframes to plant spring-flowering bulbs in the Garden State climate is important for success In this article, we’ll explore the best times and techniques for planting … Read more
According to Garden Design, the lilac, whose scientific name is syringa, is a flowering shrub that blooms every spring. It is loved all over the world for its small, delicate flowers and the sweet smell of its blooms, which drawing in butterflies. The flower color differs from species to species and includes white, purple, pink, … Read more
Sunflowers are one of the most iconic and beloved garden flowers. With their bright cheery faces and towering heights, they bring so much joy and beauty to any outdoor space. If you’re looking to add some happy sunflowers to your garden this year, choosing the right variety is key. There are so many types of … Read more
After a long winter, spring is a time of renewal and fresh starts in the garden. From edibles to ornamentals, many outstanding plants are well suited to spring planting. Getting them in the ground early ensures you can enjoy their beauty and bounty as soon as possible when warmer weather arrives. Here are some of … Read more
You should take care of your fiddle leaf figs right away because they are great houseplants. This article will cover new leaf troubleshooting for fiddle leaf figs!. Fiddle leaf figs are renowned for their finicky nature. If your plant seems stuck and you’re wondering “why is my fiddle leaf fig not growing?”, there are some … Read more
Mulching strawberry plants is a necessary step in the care of perennial strawberry care. For gardeners who use the matted row system to grow strawberries, repairing and getting strawberry plants ready for the winter is part of the process. In milder temperate climates, minimal mulching is required as strawberries can withstand nominal freezing temperatures without … Read more
With its sweet nutty flavor and creamy orange flesh butternut squash is a favorite fall crop for home gardeners. But just how big do butternut squash grow? There’s quite a range in potential sizes. In this guide you’ll learn about the different sizes butternut squash can reach, from mini squash to giant varieties. Factors like … Read more
When you think of Iowa, garlic might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but many types do very well in the cooler, northern climate of the state. The perfect time to plant garlic for next summer’s harvest is right after the first frost in fall. In July, all you’ll need is some … Read more
This winter bulb, Ornithogalum umbellatum, is in the Lily family and blooms in late spring or early summer. It is called the Star of Bethlehem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is similar to wild garlic. Its foliage has arching leaves but does not have the garlic odor when crushed. Star of Bethlehem … Read more
Deb Terrill is a local horticulturist with more than 30 years of hands-on gardening experience. Email her at dterrill@daily-journal. com. As an avid gardener, few things delight me more than walking outside to a flourishing herb garden full of lush greenery and tantalizing scents. However, imagine my surprise last spring when I noticed peculiar white … Read more