Gardening Tips & Techniques

Lavender (Lavandula) is a very pretty perennial plant that flowers for a long time and is easy to grow. What could be more welcoming in a doorway or vestibule than a big pot of lavender in full bloom, greeting everyone with its lovely scent and bright flowers? With its heavenly fragrance and colorful flowers, lavender … Read more

Stock flowers, which are also called stock, are pretty plants for a cottage garden. They come in many colors and have a light scent that many people associate with heirloom flowers. Some say that Thomas Jefferson brought them to his gardens at Monticello in 1771 from abroad, making them the first plants grown in the … Read more

Lily of the valley is a fragrant plant that blooms in spring or early summer. Unfortunately, once you plant it, it’s very hard to get rid of lily of the valley. This plant is very adaptable and spreads quickly, which is why it isnt recommended for most yards. The spreading ground cover fills woodland areas, … Read more

Sow okra in your garden? One easy way to save money on gardening is to save okra seeds. Learn now to save okra seeds for planting next year!. Okra is a heat-loving vegetable that produces long, edible pods. If you want to eat okra, you should pick these pods when they are 3 to 4 … Read more

With their towering stalks and showy golden blooms, sunflowers are a favorite flower for many gardeners. Their impressive height and vibrant color add stately drama to any landscape or container. However, like all plants, sunflowers have particular watering needs to thrive Understanding how long sunflowers can go without water can help you prevent wilting and … Read more

We were about to explore the green world of Brussels sprouts, those cute little green balls that are common in both gardens and kitchens. But did you know that the success of your Brussels sprouts can significantly depend on their neighboring plants? There you have it—the idea of companion planting is very important to the … Read more

Tall bearded irises and Siberian irises bloom in late spring and look great in any cottage garden or flower bed. A patch of iris can look worn out after the flowers die off and the bulbs use up all the plants’ energy to get ready for winter. Planting iris plant companions that fill out and … Read more

As summer fades into autumn, the chill in the air signals a seasonal shift. While this transition may mark the end for some plants, fall offers a fresh start and new planting possibilities. Herbs happen to be perfectly suited for planting in fall gardens and containers. Many culinary herbs actually thrive in the cooler weather … Read more

In temperate climates, where winters are cold and summers are warm, lilacs rule the landscape in spring. In both rural and urban areas, large, sweet-smelling panicles pop out of what look like normal shrubs and trees to pack a strong pastel punch. But only for a couple of weeks. Lilac season is short and fleeting, … Read more