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
This post is in collaboration with my friends at Stark Bro’s, my #1 online source for fruit and nut trees, shrubs and other edible plants. All opinions and words are my own. When I moved into my new house years ago, one of the first things I did was plant blueberry bushes in my garden. … Read more
I love spider plants because they remind me of a beautiful bad hair day. Actually, it’s like an ’80s hairdo, which I still love to rock every once in a while. It’s something that Bob makes fun of me for, or more accurately, it’s something that he teases me about. I used to do the … Read more
This time of year, our vegetable harvests should be in full swing. If you’ve been picking tomatoes and bell peppers, you may have seen a group of bugs we call stinkbugs. Around the beginning of May, you may have seen one to five of them on your vegetables. Now, the populations look to be high … Read more
Weeping cherry trees are beloved for their graceful, cascading branches and profuse spring blooms Their petite size makes them an ideal focal point in any landscape When shopping for a weeping cherry tree, it’s important to understand the various size options so you can select the right fit for your space. Typical Mature Heights Most … Read more
With its graceful, cascading branches covered in pristine white blooms each spring the Snow Fountain weeping cherry is one of the most elegant and popular flowering trees for landscapes. But before planting this eye-catching specimen it’s important to understand its mature size, growth habits and care needs. Overview of Snow Fountain Weeping Cherry Snow Fountain … Read more