The butterfly bush (Buddleia davidii) is a fast-growing deciduous shrub that produces an abundance of cone-shaped floral clusters ranging from white to purple. It thrives in zones 5-9 and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Propagating your own butterfly bushes is an easy and affordable way to add more of these pollinator-friendly plants to your landscape, There … Read more
Storing dahlia tubers properly over the winter is crucial for a successful crop the following year. Many gardeners have their tried-and-true methods but plastic wrap offers a surprisingly easy alternative. This simple technique keeps tubers viable without the mess of traditional storage mediums. Read on to learn the benefits of storing dahlia tubers in plastic … Read more
Marigolds are one of the most popular annual flowers. They are easy to grow from seeds or transplants, and if you give them the right conditions, they will fill your garden or container with bright flowers. Tagetes, or marigolds, come in a range of sizes, from low plants that grow along edges to tall flowers … Read more
What is no-dig gardening? With this method, you build a garden on top of the ground that is already there, without digging to get rid of the grass, plants, or weeds that are there. No dig gardening benefits the soil by not upsetting the soils existing microbiome. Have you ever thought about why it seems … Read more
If you’re fed up with buying wilted, bland kale from the store or don’t have much room in your backyard but still want to enjoy fresh food, reading this article will help you figure out how to grow kale in containers. Kale is a super healthy and tasty leafy green that’s packed with vitamins and … Read more
Bare root roses are a popular choice for gardeners looking to add beautiful roses to their landscape As the name suggests, bare root roses are roses that are sold without any soil or planting medium around the roots This allows the roses to be packaged and shipped easily while dormant. But what exactly are bare … Read more
A self-watering capillary tray is a wicking tray that has its own water source. It can be used to water seedlings in pots. All you have to do is occasionally top up the main water reservoir, and that’s all!. They’re great for watering seedlings, freshly rooted cuttings, and anything other plants that require constant moisture. … Read more
As a beginner tomato grower one of the most exciting milestones is witnessing those very first yellow flowers. It’s a sign your plants are thriving and fruits are soon to follow. But just how long should you expect to wait between seeing those pretty blooms and harvesting ripe tomatoes? Let’s walk through the growth timeline. … Read more
The American Hosta Growers Association defines giant hosta as those that exceed 30 inches in height. There are several cultivars now that are in the 48 inch range. How big GIANT Hostas get in your garden depends on how much light they get, how much water they can get, and how deep and good the … Read more
It’s never a good idea to transplant raspberries in the summer, but if you have to do it for bramble bushes, these tips can help you do it as well as possible. As I dug a hole in the sod of our old front sheep pasture, I asked myself, “Is there ever a right or … Read more