Hostas are a classic shade garden staple known for their showy foliage and ease of care. While the most common hosta varieties sport green leaves you can also find many cultivars with beautiful purple foliage that will add striking contrast and dimension to your landscape. If you’re looking to add a pop of regal color … Read more
As temperatures drop in fall, a common concern for home gardeners is whether their unharvested butternut squash can survive frost. While butternut squash vines are quite sensitive to frost, the fruit itself is surprisingly hardy when it comes to cold temperatures. With some simple protective measures, you can increase the odds of your beloved butternut … Read more
Its tricky to know when to harvest garlic (Allium sativum). If you pick the bulbs too early, the cloves will be small and not store well. If you leave them in the ground for too long, the cloves will burst out of their skins, making them more likely to get sick and reducing their storage … Read more
Ferns are a widely varied group of plants. Their native habitats range from the tropics to the Arctic and from deserts to swamps. They can be rough or smooth, juicy or filmy, crown-forming or creeping, lime-loving or lime-intolerant, invasive weeds or almost impossible to grow. Ferns were one of the first plant groups to learn … Read more
If you want to grow a small vegetable garden but don’t have much room in your yard, container gardens are a great way to do it. This season, a container vegetable garden is a simple way to grow herbs, vegetables, and fruit that are easy to get to. When spring starts to show itself in … Read more
Since tomato plants are so easy to grow from seeds, they are really a favorite food for vegetable gardeners. Seeds for popular varieties can be found at any major seed distributor. Learning about tomato germination and planting is important since gardening with tomatoes is so rewarding!. Gardening friends get together to discuss tomato plant cultivation … Read more
Ferns are beautiful, graceful plants that can add charm and elegance to any garden. While ferns may appear delicate, they are actually quite hardy when cared for properly Transplanting ferns, whether to a new location in your garden or into a container, is simple when you follow some key tips. In this article, we will … Read more
When trees drop leaves or needles around themselves, they act as mulch. This protects the roots, keeps water in the soil, and adds organic matter to it. There are times and amounts when it’s important to know how much and when to mulch around trees and perennials in a home garden. Should you put down … Read more
If you are looking for flowers with stunning hues and lively feelings, try pink flowers. Pink flowers are a great addition to floral arrangements, bouquets, and decor. Pink is a color of love that makes people feel good, happy, and playful. It’s also a great choice for celebrations. Pink flowers are a must-have in any … Read more
Monstera types are highly popular in homes due to their large eye-catching foliage. They often have splits in their leaves, which are also called fenestrations and natural holes. These help them get more light where they live. The Swiss Cheese Plant and the Monkey Mask Monstera are the two most common types. Their common names … Read more