Come spring, crab apple trees erupt in a profusion of delicate pink or white blooms It’s a stunning sight that captures the essence of the season But an intriguing question arises – can these ornamental blossoms be eaten? Let’s explore the edibility and uses of crab apple flowers. Crab apples belong to the Malus genus … Read more
Autumn brings falling leaves, cozy sweaters and an abundance of apples. If you have an apple tree in your yard you likely find yourself with more apples than you know what to do with once harvest time comes around. While apples make for a healthy snack on their own, there are so many other delicious … Read more
If you look the right way, you can see that the whole world is a garden. Today, I’m excited to share my journey with Mathilda Gutges hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Mathilda Gutges’). You might be wondering if you can plant Mathilda Gutges hydrangea outside if you’re like me and are eager to learn how to garden. … Read more
When it comes to fertilizing plants, one of the most confusing topics is understanding NPK ratios. NPK stands for nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium – the three main macronutrients plants need. The numbers on a fertilizer label indicate the percentage of each nutrient in the fertilizer. For example, a 5-10-5 fertilizer contains 5% nitrogen, 10% phosphorus, … Read more
With their attractive foliage and easy care nature, hostas are some of the most popular perennials for shady gardens. But before filling your yard with these lush leaves, it helps to know what to expect price-wise for hosta plants of various sizes from different sources. Here’s an overview of typical hosta plant prices. Hosta Size … Read more
It’s pretty common to cut into a bell pepper and find a small pepper inside the bigger pepper. You may be wondering, “Why is there a small pepper in my bell pepper?” Read on to find out what makes a pepper have a baby pepper inside it. As a vegetable gardener, I love growing all … Read more
St John’s Wort is a popular perennial plant that produces beautiful yellow flowers in summer Of the many varieties of St. John’s Wort, Hypericum Hidcote is one of the most popular and widely available. In this article, we’ll explore why Hypericum Hidcote has become a garden classic and how to grow this eye-catching plant. Overview … Read more
Hydrangeas are prized for their large, showy flower heads that bloom throughout the summer. But many gardeners hesitate to plant them due to their potential to grow quite large. Some hydrangea shrubs can reach up to 15 feet tall and wide! Fortunately, there are many dwarf and miniature hydrangea varieties that stay compact, ideal for … Read more
Bay leaf plants are a must-have for any home chef or gardener. The aromatic bay leaf is a versatile herb used to impart fragrance and flavor to soups, stews, marinades, and more. While dried bay leaves can be purchased, growing your own bay leaf plant provides very fresh leaves and satisfaction. But where can you … Read more
Adequate lighting is very important to keep a Venus flytrap healthy. During their active growing season, Venus flytraps should receive a minimum of 12 hours of light. A minimum of 4 hours of direct sunlight is recommended. The more direct light the plant receives the healthier the plant will be. The absolute best place to … Read more