Mulching strawberry plants is a necessary step in the care of perennial strawberry care. For gardeners who use the matted row system to grow strawberries, repairing and getting strawberry plants ready for the winter is part of the process. In milder temperate climates, minimal mulching is required as strawberries can withstand nominal freezing temperatures without … Read more
With its sweet nutty flavor and creamy orange flesh butternut squash is a favorite fall crop for home gardeners. But just how big do butternut squash grow? There’s quite a range in potential sizes. In this guide you’ll learn about the different sizes butternut squash can reach, from mini squash to giant varieties. Factors like … Read more
When you think of Iowa, garlic might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but many types do very well in the cooler, northern climate of the state. The perfect time to plant garlic for next summer’s harvest is right after the first frost in fall. In July, all you’ll need is some … Read more
Nectarines are a delicious fruit that many homeowners like to grow in their yards. Their sweet flavor and smooth skin make them a summertime treat. But before you can enjoy the bounty of fresh nectarines from your own tree you have to get the tree to produce fruit. One of the most common questions about … Read more
This winter bulb, Ornithogalum umbellatum, is in the Lily family and blooms in late spring or early summer. It is called the Star of Bethlehem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is similar to wild garlic. Its foliage has arching leaves but does not have the garlic odor when crushed. Star of Bethlehem … Read more
Deb Terrill is a local horticulturist with more than 30 years of hands-on gardening experience. Email her at dterrill@daily-journal. com. As an avid gardener, few things delight me more than walking outside to a flourishing herb garden full of lush greenery and tantalizing scents. However, imagine my surprise last spring when I noticed peculiar white … Read more
Many people love this pretty evergreen shrub for its scent and pretty flowers. Did you know that it does well in containers? It does as long as the soil mix and other conditions are right for it. Here are some important tips on how to plant lavender in pots so that your plants stay happy … Read more
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Banish brown spots on your Snake Plant with these proven care tips for a lush, vibrant greenery. It can be annoying when Snake Plant leaves get brown spots, like when your phone goes off in the middle of an important call. Lets get down to brass tacks and figure out what these spots are telling … Read more
Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are a treasure of summertime. They typically begin blooming in the mid-summer and can persist into early fall. About 3 to 6 inches across, the flowers have a wide disk in the middle that is surrounded by short, yellow petals. Sunflowers grow on a hairy, sturdy, upright stem that can be several … Read more