The hardy Shasta daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum) was created in the 1800s by crossing the oxeye daisy with several wild daisy varieties. It was named after the snowy peaks of California’s Mount Shasta. Today, there are 69 unique cultivars of the Shasta Daisy, according to the Royal Horticulture Society. There are single-petal and double-petal types, … Read more
Since fiddle leaf figs are known for their big, pretty green leaves, seeing yellow leaves can really mess up the look. So what do yellow leaves mean and how can you fix them?. The pigment chlorophyll makes the leaves green in the first place, but a plant has to create chlorophyll. To do that, it … Read more
As an amateur botanist, one of the most common dilemmas I face is telling apart plane tree leaves from maple leaves. While both belong to completely different genera – Platanus for plane trees and Acer for maples – their leaves can look frustratingly similar at first glance. However, with some knowledge of key identification features, … Read more
Bare root strawberry plants are a great way to start a new strawberry patch or expand an existing one. They are inexpensive, easy to plant, and establish quickly But bare root plants are perishable and need to be planted soon after receiving them So how long can you actually keep bare root strawberries before getting … Read more
This is my 3rd time trying to grow rhubarb. Each time one by one the leaves turn yellow, dry up and die. This continues until the whole plant is dead. Related Stories: I think that yellow leaves on some plants mean they need too much water. Is that also true for rhubarb? As a cool-weather … Read more
Growing onions and shallots organically from seed is easy, cheap and fun. In this post, I’ll explain every step, from the seed packet to the plate. You can grow with me! Enter your email address to receive updates on this and other grow-along posts. I used to grow onions from sets, but I stopped a … Read more
Please add your homegrown tips to this thread if you have any . I’ve had a fig tree in my backyard for 10 years and haven’t eaten a single ripe fruit. The birds ate each and every single ripe fig. And the unripe ones were too astringent for my taste. We have a colony of … Read more
Cousin of the monstera deliciosa, the Monstera adansonii is a unique, easy-to-care-for vine houseplant. It is nicknamed the “Swiss cheese plant” for its pointed perforated heart-shaped leaves with big holes. This elegant plant adds character and personality to any space while requiring minimal attention to thrive. This beautiful lacy plant is easy to take care … Read more
It is best to add compost to the soil in order to make it healthier. A healthier lawn starts with healthier soil. Compost has a lot of different micronutrients and the main nutrients that a lawn needs, which are nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium. But there are many other benefits as well. Adding compost to the … Read more
Growing garlic is easy, but many people wonder when to harvest and how to store garlic. I share my tips in this article. As any garlic lover knows, fresh garlic just tastes better. And the good news is that with some simple harvesting and storage tips, you can enjoy farm-fresh garlic for months after pulling … Read more