I have always enjoyed crabapples during late summer early fall. They can be a little sour, but they make a good snack if you find them in the woods while you’re exploring. Crabapples are a wild apple variety that is typically smaller than those sold in grocery stores. They’re usually less than 2 inches in … Read more
Dahlias are absolutely stunning flowers that can add a dramatic pop of color to any garden. With their showy, brightly colored blooms that come in a diverse range of shapes and sizes it’s no wonder dahlias have become a gardener favorite. However, in order to get the most out of your dahlias proper care is … Read more
If you want to grow a cut flower garden this year but don’t know what to plant… Okay, let’s get right to the beginning. I’ve helped a lot of people make their dream gardens come true. A cut flower garden is a special place where flowers are grown and picked so they can be put … Read more
Some types of wildflower seeds will sprout more quickly if you do a little extra work before planting them, but most of them can be spread out on bare ground. Morning Glory, Lupine, Sweet Pea, and other seeds have very hard shells that you can see just by looking at them. If you want these … Read more
Banana plants, like all living things, give signals when they need a little TLC. Heres how to spot the SOS. With their huge, lush leaves and sweet fruit, banana trees add a tropical vibe to any landscape. However, without occasional pruning, banana trees can look unkempt and become less productive. Properly pruning your banana tree … Read more
Timothy hay is a common forage crop that is grown all over the world and fed to horses and other animals. This is a good grass that is full of fiber and nutrients, making it perfect for animals that need to eat a lot of fiber. Timothy hay needs to be cut, ted, and raked. … Read more
Companion planting is a practice thats been used in gardening since the dawn of agriculture. Simply put, companion planting is growing plants near other plants that benefit each other in various ways. Some companion plants help deter insects and other pests from their vulnerable companions. Other companion plants can reduce the risk of fungal, bacterial, … Read more
We’re going to show you how to grow mushrooms because they’re tasty, good for you, pretty, and interesting. The number of species of mushrooms is over 10,000, and they live in a wide range of places. These include both wild and cultivated mushrooms. Here, we’ll talk about how to grow shiitake, oyster, reishi, lion’s mane, … Read more
Applying lime to your lawn is your first defense against many pests, weeds and diseases. Why? Because lime evens out acidic soil. Georgia’s clay soil tends to have low pH levels, but if you add lime to it for a few years, the acidity may level off on its own. The less acidic the soil, … Read more
The stone-like succulents lithops make intriguing houseplants, just don’t be tempted to water in winter. Words Jane Perrone, illustration Patrick Morgan. At a flower show, Brian Fearn showed off a dish with 40 different living stones. One visitor thought it was real and put her purse on top of the plants. It didn’t bother Brian, … Read more