Gardening Tips & Techniques

Sunflowers are the quintessential happy flower, lighting up any garden or vase with their sunny color and abundance of blooms. But did you know certain companion flowers can make sunflower plantings even more spectacular when paired together? Choosing complementary flower pairings allows you to enhance the beauty of your sunflowers, attract pollinators, and create stunning … Read more

Ferrous sulphate is the quickest, most versatile and cheapest moss killer for lawns. A bit like the common cold though, moss will always come back if the conditions are right!. The following products all kill moss in the lawn. Moss killer might not be able to get deep enough into very thick moss to kill … Read more

There is a beautiful plant that doesn’t need much care called a Swiss cheese plant that is great for both new and experienced plant parents. Swiss cheese plants are great if you want a showy houseplant that doesn’t need much care and also gets a lot of attention on Instagram. Heres a quick checklist for … Read more

If you have a monstera, you know that when they’re happy, they grow and grow and grow! Because they grow so quickly, you’ll probably need to repot them every spring to make room for more growth. If you want a happy and healthy beastly plant, this is it. If you see thick, fibrous roots coming … Read more

Poinsettias are a classic holiday plant that can often last through Christmas and beyond when cared for properly. With their bright red, pink, or white bracts, poinsettias add a pop of color to any winter decor. While poinsettias don’t usually last forever, you can extend their lifespan by providing good care and repotting them when … Read more

It’s finally springtime, and you are excited to start working on your lawn. You head to the store, invest in some high-quality grass seed, till up the soil, carefully spread the seed, water gently, and wait for those first shoots of new grass to peek through. But then, you notice irregular bare patches. Upon closer … Read more

If you like how sage gives food its own unique flavor, you probably grow this lovely herb in your home garden. Yet over time, sage plants tend to get a bit woody and need to be replaced. One of the best ways to acquire new plants is by propagating sage from existing ones. As both … Read more

Plants with heart-shaped leaves can not only help spread love, but they can also look beautiful in your garden or as houseplants in pots. If you want heart-shaped leaves, this guide is for you. It lists twenty-five plants with different leaves that will all add a romantic touch to your home or garden. A heart … Read more

With their distinctive white blooms and lush green foliage peace lilies are a popular houseplant. But sometimes those leaves start curling creating an unsightly appearance. Several common issues can cause peace lily leaves to curl. Identifying the cause is key to restoring the plant’s health and beauty 4 Common Reasons for Curled Peace Lily Leaves … Read more