It’s easy to forget that flowers don’t need to be in the sun to grow. Many of them do better in the shade. Exhibit A: astilbe. Some might say that species of Astilbe are the best plants for a shade garden out of all of them. The foliage itself is visually interesting, but it’s the … Read more
The name “bleeding heart flower” comes from the pink flowers that look like hearts and are swollen. They bloom in the spring. A white petal with a red streak sticks out from under each heart shape. This is where the idea that the heart is bleeding comes from. They dangle from long, arching stems that … Read more
Morning glories are beloved vines that can quickly cover fences, arbors, and trellises with their fast growth and trumpet-shaped blooms in shades of blue, purple, pink, red and white. However, sometimes these vines produce abundant foliage but no flowers. If you’ve been growing morning glories but they refuse to bloom, there are several common reasons … Read more
Container gardens are one of the best and easiest ways to bring color to your garden. Portable pots are simple to take care of and small enough to move around. You can fill them with new plants, flowers, and leaves whenever you want to keep your garden, deck, or patio looking new. The greatest challenge … Read more
Daylilies are a popular perennial flower grown in many gardens. Their colorful blooms and low-maintenance nature make them an attractive choice. But how do they fare as cut flowers for indoor arrangements? There are pros and cons to consider when using daylilies as cut flowers. The Appeal of Daylilies Daylilies (Hemerocallis spp.) are named for … Read more
African daisies (Osteospermum spp. ) look a lot like common daisies, with petals radiating around a center disk. They are even members of the Asteraceae family, along with Shasta daisies and zinnias. But, their vivid coloring is not at all like the classic daisy. African daisies come in a variety of stunning shades including white, … Read more
Imagine going out into your garden on a sunny morning and being greeted by a rainbow of bright colors and sweet-smelling flowers. As the name suggests, a south-facing garden is one that gets a lot of sunlight all day because it faces south. Sunlight is very important for plant growth because it powers photosynthesis, the … Read more
Are you interested in growing saffron to make money? It can be hard to do, but if you succeed, you’ll get a huge return on your investment. Read on to find out what saffron is, how to grow it, the pros and cons of growing it, and some ways to sell it. Let’s start with … Read more
Euonymus shrubs are hardy and easy to grow. They can be used as ground cover, grown in pots, trained on supports, or planted as a hedge. Most euonymus plants are evergreen and have beautiful, glossy leaves that come in many colors and patterns. These leaves are great for adding interest in the winter. Deciduous euonymus … Read more
Over 300,000 species of beetles have been found in the world. In the United States alone, at least 30,000 species have been named, which is enough to fill a small city with individual species. Beetles make up around 40% of all insect species, making them by far the most prevalent species worldwide. Thankfully, not all … Read more