Planting an amaryllis bulb in a pot is easy. All you need is a bulb, potting mix, and a container with a drainage hole in the bottom. You will also need a saucer and maybe a coaster to keep furniture and window sills from getting scratched or stained by water. Amaryllis bulbs produce stunning blooms … Read more
As a homeowner, I love having a thick, emerald green lawn that makes my property look well-maintained and inviting But patience is crucial when it comes to growing grass from seed Depending on conditions, it can take 7-14 days for new grass seedlings to sprout. When you’re eager to establish a new lawn or repair … Read more
Forget Me Not flowers are believed to originate from Eurasia and North America and symbolize remembrance. Once upon a time, two lovers were walking along the river and saw the bright blue blossoms. As he picked up the flowers and gave them to his lover, the man was swept away by the water and told … Read more
Potatoes are a beloved vegetable to grow in home gardens Few things beat digging up a hill of homegrown potatoes in the fall! However, to get a bountiful potato harvest, it’s important to plant the seed potatoes at the proper depth. So how deep should you plant potatoes? When planting potatoes you’ll want to sow … Read more
Hello Experts, I am new here. Both, in this forum and growing a new lawn by seeding. We live in Livermore, CA. We used Scotts lawn starter fertilizer, followed by turf builder tall fescue mix. Good Part: We are into 3 weeks today and we see a lot of grass. Bad Part: It looks very … Read more
Nothing beats the sweet, juicy flavor of a peach plucked straight from the tree To get peaches growing in your yard, you’ll need to pollinate your peach trees It sounds complicated, but peach tree pollination is actually pretty straightforward. This beginner’s guide covers everything you need to know to pollinate your peach trees and enjoy … Read more
I’ve spent my whole career working in nurseries with plants, so it makes me happy to see that so many people are now putting the health of our environment as a top priority for their future quality of life. A lot of the time, we only think about short-term problems and avoid thinking about the … Read more
What does it mean to mulch plants in the fall? The short answer is yes! Mulching around plants in the fall stops soil erosion, keeps weeds down, and protects plants from losing water and temperature changes. Keep reading for fall mulching tips. Fall is the perfect time to mulch your garden beds and landscaped areas. … Read more
I have a love/hate relationship with my dear rosemary. I think I’ve killed at least three or four rosemary plants because they wouldn’t stay alive. Even though, I admit, I neglected one, I always understood rosemary to be able to handle neglect. In any case, I had to try a lot of different things to … Read more
I’ll never understand why garlic scapes aren’t more popular. Outside of the community of garlic growers, most people I talk to have never even heard of them!. The majority of grocery stores don’t carry them. However, you might be able to find them at your local farmers market or co-op during certain times of the … Read more