The right picture shows the colonization stage of mycelium. Depending on the temperature of the environment, this process can take anywhere from 20 to 30 days. Next, we want to identify what is healthy mycelium and what are potential contaminants. Mycelium is easily distinguished by white and stringy (Hyphae), as shown below. Once the substrate … Read more
Gypsophila, commonly known as baby’s breath, is a popular filler flower loved for its airy, delicate look. The tiny white blooms add beautiful texture and a romantic feel to floral arrangements and bouquets. Luckily, gypsophila dries very well, so you can enjoy these elegant flowers all year long! Drying gypsophila properly is important to preserve … Read more
Hydrangea plants are one of the most common garden selections due to their beauty and low maintenance. The snowball viburnum plant, on the other hand, is just as beautiful and even easier to take care of, but you may not have heard of it. You probably won’t be able to tell them apart by sight … Read more
If you have spongy moss on your lawn that’s making it hard for your grass to grow, there’s one rule you should follow: don’t mess around. The fact that moss has been around in the same form for millions of years shows how persistent it is. What you need is MOSS OUT Lawn Moss Killer. … Read more
Poppies hold a special place in many peoples hearts. : Great Scarlet Poppy from Thompson & Morgan It’s easy to add bright waves of color to your garden by growing your own poppies from seeds. They’re also great for filling in empty spots. Even better news? Once planted, they’ll come back year after year, forming … Read more
I was working in the orchard and something caught my eye. In the middle of the orchard, one of the new baby trees had a blossom. The tree is still too young for me to leave it on there, but it made me happy to see it. Peach trees are prized for their sweet juicy … Read more
Welcome to our exciting trip into the magical world of plants! Today, we’ll be learning about the mysterious and interesting plants that begin with the letter “X.” Prepare yourself, because we’re about to find some truly extraordinary plants that you most likely haven’t heard of before! Picture a place where plants have names like Xanadu … Read more
The rose of Sharon is a large hardy flowering shrub that produces abundant blooms throughout summer. With proper care, this beauty can also thrive when grown in a pot or container. Below is a comprehensive guide on successfully growing rose of Sharon in pots. Overview of Rose of Sharon Also known as Hibiscus syriacus, the … Read more
If the ground is packed down, the soil may be wet. If the water table is high, the top level of the ground water is close to the soil surface. Clay soils are wet in winter and baked dry in summer. You will have to work with the soil and pick plants that do well … Read more
With their low mounding habit and brilliantly colored foliage, heucheras, also known as coral bells, are stars of the shade garden. Their nearly neon leaves brighten up dim corners and complement spring bloomers. But heucheras don’t have to shine alone. The right companion plants can make coral bells even more striking. In this guide, we’ll … Read more