When you make coffee, nearly all of the beans don’t end up in your cup; instead, they get stuck in your filter. There’s still a lot of good stuff in those grounds, even though many of the antioxidants and nutrients in the beans are broken down by the coffee. It seems wasteful to throw away … Read more
Bleach does more than whiten clothes—its potency also kills pesky weeds. It is the best way to get rid of weeds that are growing on their own, like those that are growing between pavers or on a patio. Find out why bleach kills weeds, how to make a spray solution, and what safety steps you … Read more
Can you lay mulch after rain? The quick answer is yes, doing so can be highly beneficial. This post has more information from Hernandez Complete Tree Service, the mulching experts you can trust in Bryans Road, MD. Putting down mulch, which is made of organic matter, keeps the ground cool, keeps the soil moist, and … Read more
Siberian irises (Iris sibirica) are herbaceous perennial plants prized for their graceful, lush foliage and stunning blooms in shades of blue, purple, white and yellow. Native to central and eastern Europe, they are hardy in USDA zones 3-9 and can thrive for years in the garden if their needs are met. However, mature clumps will … Read more
Want to make some fun crafts with your kids in the garden or out in nature? Here are some ideas for outdoors crafts and crafts to do with nature. While we plant flowers and vegetables and read gardening books, we also like to be creative in the garden and around our outdoor living areas. We … Read more
Transform your Angel Wing Begonia into a flourishing showpiece with timely pruning secrets for unstoppable blooms. With their elegant, cascading branches covered in delicate flowers, angel wing begonias (Begonia x coccinea) are prized houseplants But without occasional pruning, these beautiful plants can become leggy and sparse Pruning encourages fuller, bushier new growth and more prolific … Read more
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